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mathematical language routine
Series: Ideas at Work

How to Use Digital Photos to Build a Mathematical Language Routine for Kids

June 6, 2022

It turns out that mathematical thinking is developed in conversation with others; asking students “how do you know that?” will reveal a child’s mathematical reasoning skills. The ability to explain one’s thinking is a cognitive leap that requires protected time for meaningful conversation.

  • Topic: Sets, Number Sense
  • Age/Grade Level: Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade
  • Tags English Language Learner, Number Talks
data collection activities
Series: Book Ideas May 5, 2021

Early Childhood Data Collection Activities Are for the Birds

Children are naturally interested in birds, so springtime is the perfect opportunity for early childhood data collection activities. Here are some favorites, along with book recommendations.

  • Topic: Data Analysis
  • Age/Grade Level: Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade
  • Tags Animals, Family Math, Birds, Kevin Henkes, Asia Citro, Susan Edwards Richmond
rekenrek activity, rekenrek voting
Series: Focus on the Lesson April 13, 2021

Rekenrek Chart for Voting in the Classroom

Looking for new rekenrek activity ideas? Try voting with a rekenrek chart. In this video, we see a rekenrek chart used to solve a dilemma common to early childhood classrooms: choosing between two favorite books…

  • Topic: Number Sense, Data Analysis
  • Age/Grade Level: Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade
  • Tags Subitizing, Rekenrek
rekenrek number talk, rekenrek number rack
Series: Focus on the Lesson March 17, 2021

Making the Number Ten on a Rekenrek

A good sense of the number ten is critical for building young children’s reasoning strategies. Here we see kindergarteners making the number ten on a rekenrek, a tool with red and white beads in groups…

  • Topic: Number Sense
  • Age/Grade Level: Kindergarten, 1st Grade
  • Tags Subitizing, Rekenrek
kitchen math, mathematical structures
Series: Ideas at Work January 26, 2021

3 Ways to See Mathematical Structure in Everyday Kitchen Math

Cooking with kids is a natural way to do math together. But we're not talking about turning meal preparation into a formal math lesson. Cooking together presents an opportunity that is more about noticing and…

  • Topic: Pattern, Measurement
  • Age/Grade Level: Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade
  • Tags Family Math
early childhood coaching strategies
Series: Adult Learning January 18, 2021

4 Key Findings for Early Childhood Coaching Strategies with Teachers

Instructional coaching is central to the Collaborative's professional development efforts. There is a lot to learn from what works and what doesn't when it comes to early childhood coaching strategies, particularly when focused on the…

  • Age/Grade Level: Adult Learners, Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade
early childhood teachers, covid, remote
Series: About Early Math December 27, 2020

Early Childhood Teachers Look Back on a Year Like No Other

The Collaborative interviewed three Chicago-area early childhood teachers who spoke honestly about the challenges and rewards of teaching during the pandemic.

  • Age/Grade Level: Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade
Homemade Playdough Recipe for Shape Fun
Series: Ideas at Work September 11, 2020

Homemade Playdough Recipe for Shape Fun

Stamping or imprinting with a homemade playdough recipe using everyday household items is an active way for children to explore the big ideas of shape.

  • Topic: Precursor Concepts, Shape
  • Age/Grade Level: Infants, Toddlers, Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade
  • Tags Family Math
Family-Centered-Approach-to-Picture-Books
Series: Hear from the Experts August 24, 2020

Family-Centered Approach to Picture Books with David Purpura

David Purpura, PhD, of Purdue University describes his team's research and intervention designed around picture books and their effectiveness in homes.

  • Age/Grade Level: Adult Learners, Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade
  • Tags Family Math, Promising Math
Hands-on Shape Activity
Series: Ideas at Work July 29, 2020

Putting Groceries Away is Hands-on Shape Activity for Young Children

Putting groceries away is necessary work for families. Sharing this work with our children turns an everyday task into a hands-on shape activity.

  • Topic: Shape
  • Age/Grade Level: Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Grade
  • Tags Family Math, En Español
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