Go Math Journals for First Grade

I am SO excited to share with you Go Math Problem Solving Journals! These math journals work great alongside the Go Math curriculum, but are not limited to a Go Math classroom. They will work in ANY First Grade classroom! You can find these journals by clicking here, on any of the pictures or links!

Because these math journals are broken into 12 different journals, they are more specific to standards and needs. Use just one for a specific unit or grab the money saving bundle to use year long. No matter your math curriculum, these math journals will work great.

Here are the following chapters and topics they cover:
(You can click on any of the chapter links to view that journal!)

Chapter 1: Addition Concepts
Chapter 2: Subtraction Concepts
Chapter 3: Addition Strategies
Chapter 4: Subtraction Concepts
Chapter 5: Addition and Subtraction Relationships
Chapter 6: Count and Model Numbers
Chapter 7: Compare Numbers
Chapter 8: Two Digit Addition and Subtraction 
Chapter 9: Measurement and Time
Chapter 10: Representing Data and Graphs
Chapter 11: 3D Shapes
Chapter 12: 2D Shapes and Fractions

Or, you can save big and buy the year long bundle!

These Go Math Journals are great because they include so much differentiation for each teacher. Each journal included prompts for 2-3 weeks, vocabulary cards, blank vocabulary cards, problem solving checklist, blank problem solving checklist, a printable math journal, and problem solving prompts to cut and paste into a math journal.

Starting with, each journal has TWO formats. Yes, two! There is classic math journal to print, copy, and staple together...

Or, you can print and have students cut and paste into a math journal! Your choice!!

Included in each journal are chapter vocabulary cards with a blank option to have students fill out their own vocabulary.

Problem solving checklists are also included with EVERY math journal. There are blank problem solving checklists if you want students to make their own!

You can find the Go Math Journals by clicking here or on any of the pictures.

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Happy Math Journaling!

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FREE Math Talk Posters!

Hello everyone! I wanted to share with you something really special! As you know, I really like am obsessed with problem solving and math journaling! One of the most important parts of our problem solving is sharing and using "Math Talk" to discuss problem solving strategies.

Some of you have may seen this anchor chart that I used in my classroom in previous years...

I have FINALLY gotten around to making some "real" posters to help students with their math talk.

These brightly colored anchor charts are great reminders for when students are presenting their work. They include:

I know ___ and ___.
I need to find out ___.
First, I ___ because ___.
Next, I ___, because ___.
Then, I ___ because ___.
Last, I ___ because ___.
I know the answer is ___ because ___.

Having these posted have helped my students explain their work more in depth. They have also helped when students are stuck on what to do next when they are problem solving.

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How To Use Problem Solving in Math Everyday

One of my favorite times of the school day is when my students and I begin our math problem solving. These 15 minutes are packed with not only mathematical skills and higher order thinking skills, but also with speaking and listening skills. Students love it, I love it, we are all happy.

I begin my math block with problem solving by using math journals that students keep at their desk or table. We all open up to the next problem and read it together. We underline key words, act out the problem, do a "Mind Movie," among other various strategies together. These beginning activities are done to get students thinking about the problem by using analytical skills. Through the year this is scaffolded down to being done independently or in small groups. We take about 2-3 minutes to get our brains ready to solve.

A key to underline or note is "What is the problem asking?" and "What do you already know?" These two ideas are crucial to learning to solve problems. 

At this point students begin to solve the problem independently using strategies such as drawing picture, using a number line, using manipulatives, etc. Students almost always write an equation (when appropriate) and answer the question using a sentence. They usually work independently for about five minutes. Find First Grade Math Journals Here. 

Students need to answer the question being asked by the problem.

At this point we begin to break down the problem together using some math talk. Two separate students are chosen to present their way of solving the problem. The presenting student is not only using math talk to explain their mathematical reasoning, but also practicing their speaking skills. It is important the class is listening because when the presenter is done two different students are chosen to ask the presenter a question about their problem solving.

Questions such as "How did you know that was your answer?" or "Why did you add instead of subtracting?" are great ideas to discuss as a whole class and bring up main teaching points. 

Find these First Grade Math Journals Here

After discussing the problem in depth through presenting and question & answer we finish our problem solving and move into our math lesson for the day. The process takes about 15 minutes and is simple to incorporate into your daily math program. Find First Grade Math Journals here. 

You can find any of the math journals discussed in this post by clicking on any of the pictures or by clicking here.

Happy Problem Solving!

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5 Ways to Use Task Cards

You can find these Math Task Cards here.

This is the most frequent time that my class uses task cards. Task cards are perfect to use during centers time because students can navigate them independently while the teacher is working with a small group or other students. Simple to use, low prep task cards uses a variety of tasks that students can work on with a partner or independently.

You can find these First Grade Measurement and Data Task Cards here. 

You can find these First Grade Geometry Task Cards here.

You can find these Comprehension Task Cards here. 

Sometimes I have students turn in response sheets so I can check over their work and also to hold students accountable for their independent or partner work.

You can find these NBT Task Cards here. 

You can find these Comprehension Task Cards here. 

Task cards make differentiating students a breeze. Creating appropriate tasks for varying levels of students and small groups is simple by using color coding, group folders, or group baskets. During centers or group rotations, students can easily find the task cards meant for their learning level.

You can find these Comprehension Task Cards here. 

You can find these First Grade Geometry Task Cards here. 

By choosing specific task cards for your little learners, you can help choose appropriate tasks.

You can find these First Grade Operations and Algebraic Thinking Task Cards here. 

Using a response sheet with task cards makes a simple exit slip for quick formative assessment after or during a lesson. Mid-lesson post a task card on your projector or pass our several cards to tables/desks with student choice, and see how your lesson is going. For q quick on the go assessment, task cards can be a great tool.

You can find these NBT Task Cards here.

You can find these First Grade Operations and Algebraic Thinking Task Cards here. 

You can find these First Grade Operations and Algebraic Thinking Task Cards here. 

We all have those early finishers that complete their work or need to be challenged further. Task cards are a great tool for student who finish work early. Students need more of a challenge? Give them the next set of task cards that they can work on independently.

You can find these First Grade Measurement and Data Task Cards here.

Early finishers can enhance their learning by grabbing a task card and getting to work. 

You can find these First Grade Geometry Task Cards here. 

You can find these First Grade Geometry Task Cards here. 

Students LOVE choosing which writing prompt they can use when they finish a task early!

Task cards can also be used for a summative assessment using multiple task cards and response sheets. As the teacher, you can pick and choose which standards, tasks, or ideas you want to assess. It is also great to show parents during conferences!

You can find these Comprehension Task Cards here. 

You can find these NBT Task Cards here.

As you can see there are many ways to use task cards in your classroom. I would love to hear your ideas in the comments below! You can find any of these task card sets by visiting my store here.

Happy Tasking!

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