Your weekly math adventure awaits!

Welcome to your go-to spot for all things math in our first-grade classroom! Here you'll find our weekly learning focus, homework, important dates, and exciting classroom news. Get ready for a week filled with numbers, fun, and discovery!

At a glance: Your weekly agenda

Each week, I will post a clear and concise agenda, so you know exactly what's happening in our math class. Agenda will change weekly depending on time and work being done.Here's what you can expect:

  • Learning Focus: The math skill we're mastering this week: counting forward/backward, skip counting, and place value.
  • Homework/Practice: Worksheets, online activities, or practice tasks to complete at home.
  • Important Dates: Quiz days, classroom events, or reminders.
  • Classroom Goals: What students should be able to do by the end of the week.
  • Materials Needed: Pencils, Spiral Notebooks, Glue or Glue Sticks, Crayons, Pack of Construction Paper, Scissors, Ruler (12 in.), Markers, Folder with Pockets  
  • Announcements: Quick updates for parents about classroom news or changes.

Making math magical

Learning math should be an exciting adventure! Here's how I make our weekly agenda engaging for our first graders:

  • Bright Colors & Cute Icons: Little pictures like number blocks, stars, smiley faces, or animals help them quickly understand the schedule.
  • Weekly “Math Mission”: A fun challenge, such as “Count your steps from your bedroom to the kitchen!”
  • Student Shout-Outs: Highlight a “Math Star of the Week” or celebrate effort and growth.
  • Interactive Elements: Include a small question, riddle, or “Try It!” activity they can do at home.
  • Short Videos or GIFs: A quick clip showing the skill of the week (like skip-counting songs) can make them excited.
  • Simple, Friendly Language: Use phrases like “This week we’re exploring numbers!” or “Get ready for a counting adventure!”
  • Fun Theme of the Week: Example: “Space Counting Week” or “Safari Skip-Counting.”

More to know each week

Beyond the weekly agenda, I want to keep you informed and involved. Here's some extra information we'll share each week:

  • What We’re Learning: A short explanation of the math concept in kid-friendly terms so parents can support at home.
  • How to Help at Home: Simple tips like “Practice counting backward during car rides” or “Play a quick skip-count game.”
  • Behavior & Classroom Expectations: Any class goals for the week, like teamwork, participation, or using math vocabulary.
  • Celebrations & Highlights: Small wins, student progress, class accomplishments, or fun moments from the week.
  • Upcoming Assessments: Quick reminders about quizzes, math checks, or projects.
  • Important Reminders: Supplies needed, school events, or anything students should bring.
  • Communication Notes: How parents can reach out or when to expect updates.