Conversations that Count (Literally)!

There's this two-teacher team in my building.  At first glance, it looks like a regular co-teaching environment.  But when you crack the door open to listen to what's going on, that's when the magic happens.  Their students are decomposing and composing numbers, discussing strategies, freely using their Rekenreks, and having plain old mathematical discussions.

They talk all the time.  As a matter of fact, most of the time, all you hear is talking. They love to come to the carpet.  They enjoy strategy collaboration and think-pair-share.  Number Talks are their favorite.   It's never quiet in there.  However, there is power in their talking.  Because of their conversations, they are developing numerical flexibility.  They are becoming confident mathmeticians. 

This little class has "Mathematical Swag," and I love it.  Keep it up, Ms. Parker and Mrs. Scott.  Your students will never forget their experiences and will one day thank you.  Let's talk more in math.  Our students need it. 

 

Ms. Parker's First Grade Class has "Mathematical Swag."