Skip counting is counting forward or backwards by a number other than 1. When skip counting a specific number of places are skipped over in a counting sequence. To forward skip count means to add the same number in a forward direction. To backward skip count means to subtract the same number in a backward direction.
Learning to skip count allows students to count quickly and recognise numbers in equal groups. Confident skip counting helps students count money, tell time, and understand multiplication and division.
Room 13 practised their skip counting in 5’s skills while having fun. These activities included counting blocks, singing songs, reading stories, playing games, making tallies, writing sequences, and using number lines and 100’s boards.
When we do the counting in 5's, dancing helps me because putting my hand forwards helps me to remember I need to add five to the last number.
When I am counting in 5’s on the abacus I can count to 100.
Whenever I get up to 200 counting in 5’s and then write them down I can get confused. I will keep on practising and writing them down and think about the hundreds, tens, and ones columns.
When I am counting to 5’s on the 100s board I can see a pattern. The numbers all end in a 5 or a 0.
As the Olympic Games were being held, Room 13 kept a tally of the medals won by the U.S.A, New Zealand and the Philippines. We did the same for the Paralympics. This was a practical way of practising counting in 5’s.
Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow.
– Anthony J. D'Angelo
My goal is to provide learning opportunities that inspire students to be curious and creative. In a supportive environment students will explore, question and discover elements of the world around them.
Specialising in literacy education has meant I can support students to develop their reading skills. Sharing engaging stories with vibrant illustrations are a stepping stone to creating a range of unique artworks that are displayed with pride.
This hands-on approach is an important part of learning in my classroom. Students discover how words and numbers work using materials. They participate in science experiments, physical activities and creative pursuits. By accepting challenges, taking risks, making mistakes and problem solving students develop an understanding of their capabilities and develop resilience.
When I am not in the classroom I can be found in the garden. It is my connection to the natural world. The time taken to nurture and care for plants is rewarded by experiencing the beauty of flowers blooming and the taste of fresh fruit and vegetables. The sensory connection I have when gardening inspires many art projects in my class. It is important that students believe their ideas and opinions are valued and they have the opportunity to share their personal experiences. I believe that classrooms are successful when a collaborative learning environment is created by students, teachers, whānau and the school community working and celebrating progress together.
Comments
No one has commented on this post yet.