Integrating Math

“Blazing New Trails”

Author: Peg McCartney, Deb Guzzo, Peg Gannon

Grade Level: Grade One

Overview:Students will develop basic skills, numerical understanding, abstract reasoning, critical thinking and problem solving skills through an eclectic approach to math. Hand-on activities from both commercial and teacher generated materials are used and will support and enhance the new Trailblazers series spiral reinforcement of skills.

Connection to NYS Learning Standards: ELA: Standard 1 Language for Information and Understanding, Standard 4 Language for Social Interaction, MST: Standard 3 Mathematics

Connection to District Learning Standards: Critical Thinker, Lifelong Learner, Effective Communicator, Responsible Citizen