Presented by Heather Sparks, NBCT 2009 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year

Students are… -actively learning. -talking and writing about what they are learning. -applying and building new knowledge. Teachers are… -setting up the learning environment. -facilitating student activity. -asking lots of questions.

Every day, provide meaningful math investigations through manipulatives, games, puzzles, and stories. Content example: (Pre-K) Making Patterns (1 st ) Roller Derby

Every day, expect students to explain their thinking. Content example: (K) Counting Backwards (2) Follow Me

Manipulatives should be available and integrated into every math lesson. Content example: (1) Showing half (2) Snap cube measurement

Students should be taught specific strategies to improve memory and understanding. Content example: (2) Metric Chant (3) Finger Multiplication

This presentation and other resources are available at www. hisparks.com