math

This year we are combining the Quest Quest 2000 and Scott Foresman-Addison Wesley Math Programs. These programs reflect current standards developed by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM). Areas to be studied in first grade begin with:
 * Graphing
 * Patterning
 * Sorting
 * Number Sense
 * Counting

As the year progresses, these skills lay the groundwork for: *Addition *Subtraction *Fractions *Measurement *Money *Place value

The children will be asked to not only solve problems, but to explain their thinking. During instruction, the children will use manipulatives such as cubes, blocks, coins, and everyday items to investigate mathematical ideas. The children will be asked to not only solve problems, but to explain their thinking. During instruction, the children will use manipulatives such as cubes, blocks, coins, and everyday items to investigate mathematical ideas.