Bridges Math

Students began unit 2 of Bridges Math this week.  Our focus in this unit is on counting, computation, and patterning.  We are working for the first 9 sessions on addition and subtraction.  We began by counting and sorting buttons.  We then separated the buttons into groups with two colors and placed 6 of each color into a paper bag.  Each child gave the bag a shake, pulled out 6 buttons, and recorded their results (5 gold buttons + 1 blue button = 6 buttons.  The children continue working in this manner to explore combinations for the numbers 4-9.