I would like to let you know about the approach I will be taking this year in teaching your child mathematics. I will be using TouchMath, a multi-sensory approach to numbers that has been successfully used for more than 30 years. Since fine motor control varies widely in kindergarten and first grade, this is an approach that will be able to reach ALL students.
The TouchMath program uses dots called "TouchPoints" on the numerals. Each TouchPoint on the numerals 1 through 5 represents one counting number. Numerals for 6 through 9 uses double TouchPoints that are touched and counted twice. The zero has no TouchPoints, so you "stop" and never touch a zero.
Students will learn to touch and count each TouchPoint on the numerals up to the total number that the numeral represents. This approach involves your child not only mentally but physically by touching the numerals and working with objects. To give your child practice, we will start at the beginning of the year with activity pages and practice.
This approach will allow your child to easily transition into addition and subtracting! I look forward to working with your child on this program. As always, please contact me if you have any questions.
No comments:
Post a Comment