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Kindergarten Math with Confidence Instructor Guide
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With this scripted, open-and-go program, parents have the tools they need to teach math with confidence. Carefully-sequenced, confidence-building lessons will help children develop a strong understanding of math, step by step. Daily review will ensure they fully master what they have learned. With this blend of conceptual understanding and traditional skill practice, your child will be well-prepared for first grade as they master all the concepts typically covered in kindergarten: counting to 100; writing numbers; beginning addition and subtraction; shapes and patterns; and coins, time, and measurement.
Includes weekly suggestions for delightful math picture books and ideas for integrating what the child is learning into her daily activities. No expensive manipulatives needed; you’ll need just basic household items (like coins, objects to count, and a clock) to make math come alive for your child. Student workbook required.
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Kindergarten Math with Confidence Instructor Guide
This scripted, open-and-go Instructor Guide covers all essential kindergarten math topics. Careful sequencing and review helps students develop solid understanding and confidence in preparation for first grade. Workbook also required.
Kindergarten Math with Confidence Student Workbook
This colorful, engaging Workbook helps children review and practice what they have learned. The lessons are carefully designed and organized to meet the goals that will have students ready for first grade, yet only require about 15 minutes a day. Check answers easily with the required Instructor Guide.
Talitha van Leeuwen –
I was trained in another well-known conceptual math program that involved using manipulatives, but the cost of the other program was a deterrent for me. When I found this program, I was excited to discover that not only was it reasonably priced, but Ms. Snow uses mostly materials from around the house for the lessons, making it even more of an appealing choice. The lessons use (mostly) household manipulatives, games, and exploration to teach important mathematical concepts. The instructions for parents are clear and easy to follow. I have been amazed at watching my kindergartner grasp these math fundamentals, and he never complains that it’s math time!
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Chelsea –
I’m just curious about the 10 frames. I have never seen/used 10 frames that were a single line of 10 blocks. My experience has always been two 5 frames stuck together. Maybe I live in a bubble? 😉
Curious what the pros and cons are of each style. THANKS!
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Answer Desk –
Both types of ten-frames are very useful, and there is nothing wrong with the 5 on top, 5 on bottom version. The author thinks that the ten across is a better visual tool and makes it easier for students to “make ten” and such.
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Suhaylah –
Do I get the student work book and the teacher manual in the pdf ?
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Answer Desk –
The teacher manual and the student book are both available in PDF, but they are separate purchases.
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Roxanne J Costa –
When will Math with Confidence math instruction be available beyond the Grade 3 level?
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Press Minion –
Yes, we plan to have Fourth Grade available in June of this coming year (2024), and Fifth Grade a year after that.
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Debbie –
Is math with confidence considered a mastery program or a spiral approach?
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Answer Desk –
It has a mastery approach to new material and a spiral approach to review. I’ve put a bit more explanation below, but feel free email [email protected] if you have additional questions about the series or your particular student.
Deep conceptual understanding
Focuses on one concept at a time for several weeks so your child can build deep, connected knowledge of each new topic; this is the mastery approach to new material.
Fluency with Essential Skills
Children need practice to master the basics before moving on to higher math. MWC provides continual, ongoing review so that the student becomes proficient in the core grade-level skills; this is the spiral approach to review.
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A –
Until which grade level do you plan to develop the Math with Confidence curriculum? Until which year will we have all the grade levels?
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Answer Desk –
Math with Confidence will go through sixth grade. Fifth grade will be available Summer 2025 and sixth grade will be available 2026.
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Nichole –
My son absolutely loves MWC! This math has been a God send for our family. It is quite literally the best math program that I have ever used. The scripted teachers guide has really take the burden of feeling like I’m not implementing concepts properly off of my shoulders. Thank you, Kate Snow for creating such an amazing math program for homeschoolers.
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