This session introduces Gemstone Numbers, an innovative, intuitive color-value system rooted in research. It builds a deep conceptual understanding of base-ten and place value. See how it is integrated in real classrooms, learn to implement it, and walk away with your own teaching starter set!
This session will provide an overview of the Illinois Comprehensive Numeracy Plan, including the vision, priorities, and goals guiding its development. The plan emphasizes evidence-based instruction, coherent systems of support, equitable access for all learners, and a cohesive continuum of learning
How do we help students show their math thinking? Explore open-middle and low-floor, high-ceiling tasks, discourse structures, and instructional routines that make student thinking visible and build deep mathematical knowledge. Examples span grades K–8.
Math Engagement: Reignite the Love will provide educators with practical, ready-to-use strategies that increase student engagement, encourage mathematical discourse, and build confidence in the math classroom.
A key component of fluency is students’ ability to be flexible with numbers. Students' ability to decompose numbers builds number sense and fluency. Join me as we talk about why decomposing is so important and explore fun activities that help students practice this important skill.
