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Mathematicians at Work
Math is integrated
all throughout our learning with our morning routines, situations
throughout the day, and during our closing routines. For the first
few weeks we explore our Math Tubs-tools that help us better understand
things we're learning in math. We begin with unifix cubes, then
pattern blocks, attribute blocks, color tiles, multilink cubes, geoboards,
and links. After the children have had lots of time to discover and
get comfortable with materials, we use them to discover and learn about
different math concepts such as number sense, sorting, measurement,
patterning, simple operations, geometry/spatial sense, and
collecting/displaying data (graphing). We also have "junk" boxes
created from household "junk" (rocks, shells, buttons, etc.) and
"fancy" boxes created with small erasers and toys (U.S. Toys and Oriental
Trading rock!). Throughout our year we discover, learn, and expand
our understanding of many important math concepts. Check back
regularly for tips on how you can "make math" in your home!
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