Teaching the Common Core Math Standards with Hands-On Activities

The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Mathematics were developed to help teachers give students a thorough knowledge of math at each grade level, which will in turn enable them to move on to higher mathematics with competence and confidence. Teaching the Common Core Math Standards with Hands-On Activities, Grades K-2 is designed to provide teachers with the information, strategies, and activities they need to instruct elementary students in all of the math standards for Grades K-2.

Teaching the Common Core Math Standards with Hands-On Activities, Grades K-2 includes:

• 100 activities, most of which can be completed in a single class period, including background information, detailed instructions, and handy reproducibles
• Guidance for supporting students as they learn to apply their understanding of math concepts and skills, develop proficiency in calculations, and learn to think abstractly
• Methods for encouraging students to collaborate, utilize technology, communicate ideas about math, and gain an appreciation of the significance of mathematics to real life

This essential resource also includes helpful techniques for teaching students to think critically, use mathematical reasoning, and employ a variety of problem-solving strategies.