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Making Every Math Minute Count

Strategies for Algebraic Connections in Number Sense and Measurement
Fee for the workshop is $209 (U.S.). Groups of 3 or more is $199 (U.S.) per person.Lunch is included.
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Feeling like there isn’t enough time to get everything shoehorned into your mathematical program? “Making Every Math Minute Count” is a new course for K-5 teachers. This course gives elementary teachers powerful algebraic connection strategies that are ready for you to implement tomorrow. Teachers will enjoy games, songs, books and puzzles. These activities utilize every minute of the math period to engage every student in making algebraic connections in number sense and measurement. This new class addresses the NCTM (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics) Principles and Standards for school mathematics and utilizes powerful brain-based research.
Kim Sutton will model multi-grade strategies using classroom tested activities, games and puzzles. You will be thrilled with the collection of powerful materials ready for your classroom and be treated to engaging literature, songs, and practical strategies to make mathematics the best part of the teaching day!
Throughout this intensive workshop, participants will gain knowledge about mathematical content, math teaching strategies, and how children gain an algebraic foundation. Every game and activity in this class has three levels for use with all students in your classroom!
What You Will Learn:
- What algebra should look like in the elementary classroom.
- How math is nutrition for the brain through the latest research into the questions we ask students.
- The “top” ten children’s literature titles for building algebraic power!
- Create language connections through mathematical puzzles, games and activities.
- How to differentiate mathematical instruction with Kim’s “ready to go” ideas-more than you hoped for!
- Classroom and student tools for maximizing your instructional time for achieving the best results in all areas of mathematics.
- How to make the many dimensions of measurement more profound for your students with complex ideas presented in the most motivating of ways!
- How to make your classroom much more motivating for learning mathematics with Kim’s amazing strategies!
Program:
- 8:00-8:30 a.m. Registration/Coffee
- 8:30-9:45 a.m. Quick and powerful strategies to “hook” students into thinking first thing every morning: five new algebra focus activities to begin each
day of the week - 9:45-10:10 a.m. What elementary algebra tool is missing from commercial math materials? How you can make it a part of every day with amazing results!
- 10:10-10:25 a.m. Morning Break and Viewing Time
- 10:25-11:15 a.m. Do you know the postage stamp problem? Unlock the mysteries behind the most important concept that affects children
mathematically and strengthens all that they understand - 11:15-11:45 a.m. Worry about subtraction skills? Never again with these powerful new subtraction practice opportunities tied into algebraic foundations
- 11:45-12:45 p.m. Hosted Lunch and Viewing Time
- 12:45-1:15 p.m. Have you met Penny? Three literature titles that will have your students “wagging their tails” with wonder at this mathematical terrier.
You will love the mathematical opportunities that the literature and activities provide. Build mathematical power with these three titles! - 1:15-2:10 p.m. Look around and what do you see? Everyday ideas that will make powerful mathematical connections!
- 2:10-3:00 p.m. Understanding data analysis through probability experiences using books and tools that students never forget and build algebraic generalizations
- 3:00 p.m. Dismissal
Who Should Attend?
All K-5 Classroom Teachers, Elementary Math Teachers, Resource Specialists, and Curriculum Co-ordinators should attend
Cancellations/Substitutions:
Substitutions may be made at any time. All cancellations received the day of the seminar or afterwards are subject to a $15.00 service charge.
This Seminar Includes:
- Morning Coffee, Pastries & Lunch
- Door Prizes
- Extensive Resource Handbook
University Credit:
½ unit of credit from Humboldt State University is available for an additional charge. These credential/licensure courses offered are designed primarily for elective or professional development purposes. Clock hours may also be available - please check at the workshop. Verification of hours of participation will be provided for continuing education or re-certification requirements.
What To Bring:
Scissors, marking pens, scotch tape, glue stick and camera (optional).
How To Register:
Call (800) 841-5193 ~ Or Use Our Online Registration Form: Either Mail, Fax, or Use Your Credit Card on Our Secure Server. MasterCard and Visa Accepted (US funds only).

















