Grades Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade will participate in the iReady Classroom Mathematics curriculum through small group, teacher-led instruction supplemented by individualized, self-paced iReady Math "MyPath" online lessons. This curriculum is focused on problem solving and discussion aligned with the Common Core State Standards. In addition, I supplement iReady with extra skill-building focused on standard algorithms, fluency drill to memorize our basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts, and Math Addvantage strategies for development of number sense. I also incorporate into all lessons the following research-based, peer-reviewed practices:
Direct, explicit instruction involving modeling, guided practice, and independent practice to mastery
Multi-sensory strategies for increased retention
Hands-on manipulative use for engagement and deeper undersanding
A developmentally appropriate progression from concrete to representational to abstract practices
Strategy-based skill building: trying multiple strategies for each concept
Incoporation of metacognitive strategies and language development for increased rigor and rich discussion
Use of mathematical practice standards to develop mathematical habits of mind
More information is available here:
iReady Parent Portal: https://www.curriculumassociates.com/family
Common Core State Standards for Mathematics: https://www.thecorestandards.org/Math/
AddVantage/Intergrow Math: https://www.integrowmath.org/who-we-serve/families
Mathematical Practice Standads: https://www.insidemathematics.org/common-core-resources/mathematical-practice-standards
In the classroom, we use the Try-Discuss-Connect procedure for rich class discussions to deepen understanding of mathematical concepts
For each new lesson, your family will recieve a letter explaining what your student is learning. On the back are games to play as a family to explore new mathematical concepts. Each lesson takes 2-4 weeks to complete as a class.