Is your district looking for a math-focused, developmentally appropriate program? Take a look at Learning List’s review of The Math Learning Center’s Bridges in Mathematics.
The Math Learning Center’s Bridges in Mathematics for Pre-K is play-based and provides a comprehensive mathematics curriculum for prekindergarten students. The material is sequenced according to developmental progressions of mathematics concepts and skills and is organized in nine units. The program addresses standard areas of math instruction, including numbers, operations, geometry, patterning, measurement, and data analysis.
The material uses games, stories, manipulatives, and visual models to teach math concepts and skills. The design supports critical thinking and problem-solving skills through scaffolded and hands-on activities, providing developmentally appropriate mathematics instruction.
Bridges in Mathematics provides an abundance of teacher resources in print and online. These resources include step-by-step teacher guidance to support teachers with various levels of experience.
The program is available in English and Spanish and includes instructional suggestions to support EL students. Read Learning List’s full editorial review to learn more about the adaptions the material provides to support students’ specific learning needs.
Learning List has also completed a guideline-by-guideline review of the materials alignment to the Texas Prekindergarten Guidelines for the mathematics domain, as well as a review of the material’s technology compatibility. To learn more about this product and thousands more PreK-12 instructional materials, contact Learning List for subscription information.
About The Math Learning Center*
The Math Learning Center (MLC) is a nonprofit organization serving the education community. Their mission is to inspire and enable individuals to discover and develop their mathematical confidence and ability. They offer innovative and standards-based curriculum, resources, and professional development. Their products and services are used by educators throughout the United States and in many international locations.
*Information in this section is provided by or adapted from The Math Learning Center