There are three other math
tools that will build a foundation for the Common Core Math Standards. Today I’ll share ideas for ten frames, tomorrow we’ll explore dot cards, and then it's rekenrek time.
Here are two good sites
for downloading ten frames and dot cards.
www.k-5mathteachingresources.com
You’ll find games children
can play on these sites:
Check out these activities
for using tens frames with a Smart Board:
The Georgia Department of
Education has some good activities for both ten frames and dot cards:
http://www.gcssk12.net/fullpanel/uploads/files/kindergarten-math-unit-one-00001-00001.pdfhttp://www.gcssk12.net/fullpanel/uploads/files/kindergarten-math-unit-one-00001-00001.pdf
And here are a few videos
that demonstrate ten frames:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p6RaMGDPfJg
An understanding of “ten”
is essential for working with larger numbers. It helps students visualize the numbers and gives them an
understanding of the relationship of numbers to ten.
Note! Many
researchers suggest starting with a five frame before presenting a ten frame.
Building Sets
Give children counters (bears, buttons, small erasers, dry snacks,
seasonal objects, etc.). Call out
a number and demonstrate how to place the counters in the frame starting on the
left. Remind them to always start
with the first frame on the left.
*Turn the frame vertically to make sets.
*Can you place the counters in a different way?
*Have children count forwards and backwards on their frames.
Rock and Roll
Children take one or two dice, roll them, and build that amount on
their frame.
Flash
Show a numeral or dot card.
Challenge children to make the set on their frame.
Add and Remove
Have students fill up their frame with counters. Call out a number. Can they remove counters or add
counters to build the new number?
Addition and Subtraction
Place counters for the first addend on the top row and the second
addend in the bottom row. How many
altogether?
*Take away counters for subtraction problems.
Double Frames
Extend to a double ten frame for building numbers to 20.
*Use a file folder to make a single or double ten frame for each child.
Giant Ten Frame
Draw a large ten frame on the sidewalk with chalk. Let children stand in the frames to build sets, add, subtract, etc.
*Make a giant ten frame with tape on the floor in your classroom or draw one on a shower curtain with a permanent marker.
*Use a file folder to make a single or double ten frame for each child.
Giant Ten Frame
Draw a large ten frame on the sidewalk with chalk. Let children stand in the frames to build sets, add, subtract, etc.
*Make a giant ten frame with tape on the floor in your classroom or draw one on a shower curtain with a permanent marker.