Grades 1-2

A Family Guide to Mathematics Grades 1-2

• What Students Will Learn: Grades 1-2

Mathematical Habits of Mind – The Family Guide

The Mathematical Habits of Mind Family Guide helps families understand the importance of the Mathematical Habits of Mind and what the Habits of Mind are. The Family Guide also provides tips and questions families can use to build the Mathematical Habits of Mind in their students.

Additional Resources

First Grade Math Tips

TODAY's Parenting Guide provides math tips to help your first grader master the building blocks of math outside of the classroom

Second Grade Math Tips

parenttoolkit.com provides math tips to help your second grader master the building blocks of math outside of the classroom

Learning Math Concepts at Home

naeyc.org provides several articles for families to learn math concepts at home with their child.

PBS Kids for Parents

PBS kids for parents offers 2nd grade math activities for your second grader to think like creative, curious mathematician.

Unlocking Young Children’s Potential

Studies find that the mathematics knowledge acquired in early childhood and early elementary grades is a critical foundation for long-term student success.

Ideas to Help Your Child Succeed in and Enjoy Mathematics

Download A Family’s Guide – Fostering your child’s success in school mathematics [PDF] (Grades PreK – 12)
– National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 2005

Count Play Explore

The Count Play Explore website contains an engaging collection of resources for parents looking for something fun and meaningful to do with young children. This digital portal dispels preconceived notions of math as stuffy and dull.

National PTA Family Guides

National PTA Family Guides can help parents and caretakers find valuable tips for helping their children succeed in key learning areas.