Carrie S. CutlerSep 20, 20218 min21 Ways to Use Cuisenaire RodsManipulatives engage multiple areas of the brain for deeper learning of math concepts.
Carrie S. CutlerNov 10, 20203 minUsing 3 Act Tasks to Teach Measurement and DataWhen people describe the math in their day, they invariably mention things like balancing a budget, stepping on the scale, shopping for...
Carrie S. CutlerJul 7, 20204 minMeasurement--Discovering the Need for Standard UnitsThe need for standard units should be developed by hands-on experience and reasoning tasks.
Carrie S. CutlerJul 2, 20204 minMeasurement Outside the Worksheet: How Nonstandard Units Connect Counting to MeasurementRegardless of the item children choose to measure with, the measurement process should be an active experience with kids as active doers.
Carrie S. CutlerJun 18, 20203 minSometimes Comparing is a Good Thing: Getting Hands-On with Early Childhood MeasurementMeasurement understanding begins with comparisons. Here are 3 great tasks to get your PreK-kinder kids started.