Addition Strategies

As we entered the March break we were working on addition strategies.

Playing games and singing songs that practise these strategies are good ways for children to improve on their addition skills. The most important thing I always focused on was making sure that we are thinking about the math strategy we are practising while we are playing. You can find these games, printables and songs on the Addition Strategies page.

mPower by TVO

One of the recommended online resources from the Ministry of Education is TVO mPower. It is an adventure type game where students can either move though the game following a path or simply

Zorbit's Math Adventure Game - A quick review

I took some time this weekend to check out a few online math resources. One of the resources is Zorbit's Math Adventure. They are currently offering a free at home learning kit for students from Kindergarten to Grade 3. It is available as an App on Apple devices or can be played on a laptop, desktop or computer. It doesn't seem to work through the

Update: Online Math Games and Apps

A new page has been created containing math apps for both Apple and Android along with games that can be played on a computer, laptop or chromebook. 

Online Math Games and Apps

I will continue to add to these apps and games as I sort through them.

Jamie

Additional Resources

Here are some additional resources that might be helpful


Ontario's Learn at Home Portal - Website put out by the Ministry of Education

Math Resources

Doing Mathematics with your Child, Kindergarten to Grade 6 - A Parent Guide  - PDF guide with everyday activities organized by curriculum strand and grade level - available in 13 languages

GoNoodle for Families - Not a math resource, but a great resource to keep kids moving.

Zorbits - a Kindergarten to Grade 3 learning adventure game. I'll be checking out myself and post an update soon.

DreamBox Learning - a free 90 day trial at DreamBox Learning

English Language Resources

English Language Scholastic Learn at Home - well set up activities for grade 1-2 language, social studies and science - not Ontario curriculum based but easy to follow

Update: March 25

As per my recent email I am currently working on adding content to this website. I will continue to add material throughout the coming days and weeks so that your child can review their recent learning. The newer content on money can be accessed using the links across the top of the page or along the right side of the page.