Math Workshop

The Components of Guided Math

There are 4 distinct components of a guided math structure:

• Math Warm-Up
• Math Whole Group Mini-Lesson
• Math Small Group Lesson/ Independent stations
• Math Wrap-Up

Each component is important for different reasons but together it creates the most powerful math punch.

Math Warm-Up

This is a time that we will spiral review the standards that I’ve taught or that will need numerous repetitions for understanding. I want to review important math concepts daily- disguised as fun warm-up games! We will play these games each day of the week.  They are all open-ended, yet they will review important skills that my students need extra practice on to stay sharp.  This method helps keep things fresh and fun!

Math Whole Group Mini-Lesson

The whole group lesson is a time to meet and focus on our standard/objective that we will be working on for the week. This is also a great way to prep the students to take ownership of the concept and to share their mathematical thinking on the topic of study.

Guided Math Small Group

From the whole group time, we  will break out into our rotations for the day.  This is when I will be able to pull guided math small groups.  One group is working with me and the rest of the groups have specific independent activities. 

Math Stations

My five groups will be:

• Small Group (with teacher)
• Technology (math apps or computer practice)
• At my seat (workbook or seatwork)
• Create (math journal)
• Kinesthetic (hands-on math center)

I am really excited about this approach and have used this method with great success in my past first grade classes. Again, if you have any questions please feel free to email me.