68. Supporting Missing Skills in Kindergarten Math

Finding support in Kindergarten is always a necessity. In this episode, I speak with a fellow kindergarten teacher about implementing a scripted math curriculum while addressing students' essential skill gaps. We discuss structuring classroom routines with engaging warm-ups and effective partner work, as well as the challenges of managing small groups in a fast-paced setting. Ultimately, we reinforce that teaching is an evolving practice, offering insights and encouragement for those facing math instruction challenges in early education.In this episode I share:Seeking Help for Small Group StrategiesIdentifying Foundational SkillsTargeted Support StrategiesImportance of Center TimeAddressing Missing SkillsNavigating Curriculum ChallengesCollaborating with Other ClassesDaily Touchpoints for Struggling StudentsPrevious Episodes:Exploring Counting Math Centers in Kindergarten Classrooms - Ep. 8Exploring Number Relationships: Creative Activities for Kindergarten Math - Ep. 13Working Smarter, Not Harder in Kindergarten: A Conversation with a First-Year Teacher - Ep. 15How to Best Manage Centers as a Classroom Teacher: Part 2 of a Conversation with a First-Year Teacher - Ep. 16Math Intervention for Kindergarten - Ep. 18Loving Teaching While Using New Curriculum ~ Ep. 29Using Seesaw for Improving Family Communication ~ Ep. 39Essential Math Skills Every Kindergartener Needs ~ Ep. 66Engaging Families in Supporting Struggling Learners ~ Ep. 67Connect with Zeba:Instagram - @kindergartencafeFacebook - @kindergartencafeWebsite - www.kindergartencafe.orgTik Tok - @kindergartencafeMentioned in this episode:From Planning to Progress Math WorkshopSign up for the From Planning to Progress Math Workshop which will be on Feb. 6th at 8 p.m. EST https://www.kindergartencafe.org/product/workshop