NUMBER centers are a math curriculum similar to Daily 5 literacy centers. Students spend time building stamina and independence in each station. Activities are based on the Common Core while using the Math Xpressions curriculum.
N - Number Sense
Students build confidence with numbers 0 - 20. Students learn counting, number order, place value, sets, and 1 to 1 correspondence.
U - Using manipulatives
Using a hands-on approach with a variety of objects, students learn sorting, patterning, shapes, spatial visualization, graphing, addition, and subtraction.
M - Math Magic
Math Xpressions written activities
After learning math skills using manipulatives, students apply skills in written form.
B - Buddy Games
Working cooperatively, students learn to share, take turns, and work as a team using an "inside voice" to learn math concepts.
E - Extra Teacher Time
Students work in heterogeneous groups or ability groups with the teacher in a small group setting to learn math concepts. This gives the teacher the opportunity to work closely with "at risk" students and use a rigorous approach to challenge students at their individual learning levels.
R - Repeat Math Magic
Math Xpressions written activities
After learning math skills using manipulatives, students apply skills in written form.