K-5th Grade Tier 2 Math Interventions

Number Sense and Operations

Small group number talks: Focusing on mental math strategies and number relationships.

Concrete-representational-abstract (CRA) instruction: Using manipulatives, visuals, and abstract symbols to develop number sense.

Fact fluency intervention: Providing explicit instruction and practice on basic math facts.

Problem Solving

Guided math problem-solving groups: Focusing on specific problem-solving strategies (e.g., draw a picture, write an equation, use a table).

Cognitive strategy instruction: Teaching students to think aloud and explain their problem-solving process.

Visual supports: Using diagrams, charts, and graphs to help students organize and represent problem information.

Measurement and Data

Hands-on measurement activities: Using real-world objects to explore concepts of length, weight, time, and money.

Data collection and analysis: Collecting and organizing data to answer questions and make predictions.

Graphing and interpretation: Creating and interpreting various types of graphs (bar, line, pictograph).

Geometry

Spatial reasoning activities: Using manipulatives and visuals to explore geometric shapes and patterns.

Geometric vocabulary development: Teaching precise math language related to shapes, angles, and spatial relationships.

Real-world geometry connections: Connecting geometric concepts to real-life situations (e.g., architecture, design).

Key Considerations for Tier 2 Supports

Data-driven: Use assessment data to identify students who need Tier 2 support and monitor their progress.

Intensive and explicit: Provide focused instruction with clear explanations and modeling.

Small group: Offer instruction in small groups to allow for individualized attention.

Progress monitoring: Regularly assess student progress to determine the effectiveness of interventions and make adjustments as needed.

Collaboration: Work closely with classroom teachers to coordinate instruction and ensure consistency.

Universal Math Resources & Interventions