Question
What tools and techniques does Molly Lynch recommend for creating low-prep, engaging lessons?
Answer
Hi there! Molly Lynch has shared some fantastic low-prep, engaging math activities that you can use in your classroom. Here are a few:
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Roll & Cover: This activity requires two dice, a simple grid or printable game board, and counters. Students roll the dice, add the numbers together, and cover that sum on the board.
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Circling Sums: This game requires a page with a mix of numbers and a target sum. Students find and circle number combinations that add up to the target.
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Task Card Scoot: Place one task card on each desk. Students move from seat to seat solving problems at their own pace.
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Match It Up: Students match two parts that show the same value: ten frames to numerals, base-10 blocks to expanded form, or dominoes that add to 10.
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Mystery Math Jar: Place an unknown number of items inside a jar. Post 2–3 math clues on the board and students use the clues to make a guess.
Molly also recommends using her Fall Snap Cube Mats + Mini Books for lessons that kids don't even realize they are learning from. As students build the pictures, they'll work on counting on and back for ones and tens.
Would you like more details on any of these activities?