Fun with Math: Engaging Young Minds with Numbers

Chrissy Romano Arrabito
Presenter
30
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Course length
Multi Device
Access from mobile or laptop
4.89
Course rating
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Description

How can you transform math lessons into exciting adventures that captivate young learners? Innovative, hands-on activities, interactive games, and storytelling techniques can turn traditional math lessons into joyful learning experiences. Join Chrissy Romano-Arrabito for this timesaving, to the point session where you will discover creative ways to engage young minds with numbers through playful strategies that transform your classroom into a hub of excitement and learning. From interactive games and storytelling techniques to hands-on activities that bring math concepts to life, you will gain practical tools to cultivate a love for math in your students. Prepare to transform your math lessons into exciting adventures that inspire a lifelong love of numbers in your students! Chrissy's expertise in evidence-based teaching practices will provide you with resources and ideas that inspire curiosity, boost confidence, and make learning math a joyful adventure for every child.

Objectives

Identify playful strategies and activities that engage young learners in math. Explain how storytelling and games can enhance comprehension of mathematical concepts. Implement hands-on activities and interactive games in your math lessons. Compare the effectiveness of different strategies for making math fun and engaging. Assess student engagement and understanding through creative math activities. Design a math lesson that integrates storytelling, games, and hands-on learning to spark curiosity and promote critical thinking.

Key Take Aways

• Discover innovative, hands-on activities that make math fun and accessible for young learners. • Learn how to integrate storytelling techniques to connect mathematical concepts with real-life experiences. • Explore interactive games that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration. • Gain practical strategies to create a classroom environment that fosters enthusiasm and a love for math.

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Chrissy Romano Arrabito

Chrissy Romano Arrabito is a 1st grade teacher at Nellie K. Parker Elementary in Hackensack, NJ, with 31+ years of experience. She’s passionate about teaching the whole child, fostering innovation, and creating authentic learning experiences to help her students grow and thrive in the classroom.
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