66. Essential Math Skills Every Kindergartener Needs

Teaching math in Kindergarten is no easy feat. You are beginning the foundation of all other math skills yet to come. In this episode, I explain essential math instruction for kindergarten teachers, focusing on building a solid "number sense" foundation. We explore four key areas: subitizing, number recognition and writing, one-to-one correspondence, and cardinality. I discuss effective teaching progressions, the importance of hands-on learning, and strategies for supporting struggling learners. Future episodes will cover additional topics like home support and math fluency, while emphasizing the significance of patience and fostering a love for math in our young students. So make sure to follow for more!In this episode I share:Teaching Foundational Math SkillsNumber Sense FoundationNumber RecognitionImportance of Hands-on LearningStrategies for Supporting Struggling LearnersPrevious Episodes:Exploring Counting Math Centers in Kindergarten Classrooms ~ Ep. 8Math Intervention for Kindergarten – Ep. 18Resources Mentioned:Kindergarten Math for the WHOLE YEAR | Math Games, Centers, and Small GroupsWorkshop: Literacy, Math, and Centers… Oh My!Connect with Zeba:Instagram - @kindergartencafeFacebook - @kindergartencafeWebsite - www.kindergartencafe.orgTik Tok - @kindergartencafeMentioned in this episode:Free Math GuideDownload the free Math Guide: www.kindergartencafe.org/math-guide