Mathematics in Kindergarten

I'm getting a bit of a late start on this week's blogpost, but I wanted to be sure to remind you all that tomorrow is Library. Please make sure that you've returned any books you have out in order to get a new one. I've put notices in bags today to remind those who may have missed last week's library as well.

Dear Parents,

There are five basic areas of Mathematics study in the Ontario curriculum. In the first term, we've really been focused on building basic numeracy, which means number reognition and counting ability through various counting activities and using our calendar to build number sense.  Still, for each strand, we've already seen evidence of student thinking.

1. Number Sense and Numeration

This student is recreating her phone number in playdoh

This student is counting pumpkin seeds and sorting them into rows of 5.

2. Measurement

These students are using a balance scale to measure how many small balls equal the weight of one large one.

3. Data Management and Probability

Using their name tags, students create a basic graph showing that more students think the pumpkins will float than sink.

4. Geometry and Spatial Sense

Students create a jack-o'-lantern face using foam geometric shapes.

5. Patterning and Algebra

Students create patterns using a variety of manmade ...

....and found materials.

As you can see, when children play and explore, mathematics is naturally a part of that exploration.

This week, we've been focusing on our class pumpkins as part of the lead up to Halloween and I hope to let you see some of that in my post next week.

 Regards,

 Lisa Goegan