Quick Tip!
Math anxiety is a real thing for many students. I have found the best way to overcome this is to pair math with another subject, such as art!
If you ask students about a subject that makes them worry or gives them fear, many will say math. While no teacher wants to hear this, math is a subject that causes a lot of anxiety in students- especially as they get older. Many times, this is due to a lack of foundational knowledge. This often includes not being fluent in addition, subtraction, and multiplication. So, teachers work hard to create hands-on activities to help ensure students have a solid foundation to build more complex concepts.
Fine Motor Skills
Kindergarten and first-grade teachers work hard to incorporate fine motor skills within lessons. Luckily, the math craft bundle includes so much practice! For instance, students will work on cutting along straight lines and curves, gluing items down, and picking up small pieces. Additionally, students will work on coloring and correct pencil grasp.