Grade 1 Unit 5 The Wonder of Math
Unlock the magic of mathematics with The Wonder of Math unit! This innovative unit introduces children to the four fundamental math processes (+ - / x) through captivating and imaginative stories. Each math process is personified as a unique character, making the learning experience both memorable and enjoyable. By integrating storytelling with math, children establish a clear and engaging connection to numerical concepts, fostering a deeper understanding of number and amount transformation processes.
The unit features enchanting tales of gnomes working tirelessly underground to gather jewels for the Gnome King's Treasure House. Children will meet Times, Plus, Minus, and Divide, each depicting a math process through their distinct personalities and behaviours. From Times' diligent efforts to bring twice as much treasure to the Treasure House to Plus' insatiable greed for adding jewels, Minus' selfless willingness to share despite always having fewer jewels, and Divides' desire to split her jewels, these characters bring math to life in a way that resonates with young learners.
As children embark on this mathematical journey, they build a living picture in their imagination, transforming abstract concepts into imaginative stories that they will cherish forever. Through this approach, The Wonder of Math unit makes math digestible, relatable, and memorable for children at this crucial stage of their development.
Enrich your child's' learning experience and awaken their curiosity for math with The Wonder of Math unit. Let the enchanting world of gnomes and treasure inspire a lifelong appreciation for the magic of mathematics!
This purchase includes one digital curriculum unit with 15 days of lesson plans and 5 days of flexible projects. This unit will inspire you with beautiful images, clear instructions and exciting project ideas.
And that's not all. You will also gain access to the Wonder Hub, which includes supporting documents, videos, resources, and community.
The Wonder of Math
Learning Standards
Concept: Stories and other texts can be shared through pictures and words.
Connection: Your child will hear stories every day and use them to build images related to central ideas.
Concept: Curiosity and wonder lead us to new discoveries about ourselves and the world around us.
Connection: As your child hears stories and connects letters to them, they will begin to see the world as full of math!
Math:
Concept: Addition and subtraction with numbers to 10 can be modelled concretely, pictorially, and symbolically to develop computational fluency.
Connection: Your child will learn about the qualities of the four processes and build a picture of them using numbers up to 24.