I teach second grade in a k-5 school in a suburban rural area. My students are eager to learn and play. A typical day of instruction includes focus on literacy, math, technology, social studies, and/or science.
Social skills are also emphasized.
Sharing materials, conversing in a friendly and appropriate manner, showing kindness, and helping one another are all modeled and practiced. My students show enthusiasm when they are given opportunities to be a leader.
My students are quick to lend a hand to each other or reiterate their answer for a peer. I am excited to have a class in which the students desire the best for one another!
My Project
The materials which I have requested will be used at our math centers. Each week, math centers are utilized after whole group instruction. I prepare and vary the center activities to align with the objectives for the week. Additionally, my students may also use the requested activities during indoor recess so that they can practice a variety of skills.
My students enjoy using manipulatives with a peer or, independently during and after my instruction.
Having additional resources available so that they can practice and "test their skill", is beneficial.
Practicing telling time or counting coin sets is exciting for my students!
These materials will make a difference in my students' learning because they will have additional options to practice the skills being taught.
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