Jan 9 2025
66. Essential Math Skills Every Kindergartener Needs
Teaching math in Kindergarten is no easy feat. You are beginning the foundation of all other math skills yet to come. In this episode, I explain essential math instruction for kindergarten teachers, focusing on building a solid "number sense" foundation. We explore four key areas: subitizing, number recognition and writing, one-to-one correspondence, and cardinality. I discuss effective teaching progressions, the importance of hands-on learning, and strategies for supporting struggling learners. Future episodes will cover additional topics like home support and math fluency, while emphasizing the significance of patience and fostering a love for math in our young students. So make sure to follow for more!In this episode I share:Teaching Foundational Math SkillsNumber Sense FoundationNumber RecognitionImportance of Hands-on LearningStrategies for Supporting Struggling LearnersPrevious Episodes:Exploring Counting Math Centers in Kindergarten Classrooms ~ Ep. 8Math Intervention for Kindergarten – Ep. 18Resources Mentioned:Kindergarten Math for the WHOLE YEAR | Math Games, Centers, and Small GroupsWorkshop: Literacy, Math, and Centers… Oh My!Connect with Zeba:Instagram - @kindergartencafeFacebook - @kindergartencafeWebsite - www.kindergartencafe.orgTik Tok - @kindergartencafeMentioned in this episode:Free Math GuideDownload the free Math Guide: www.kindergartencafe.org/math-guide