Mathematics Standards & Benchmarks

KINDERGARTEN

1.  Students will understand the use of numbers and the process of computation

K.1.1  Demonstrate understanding of number representations 0-30

K.1.2  Demonstrate the order of whole numbers 0-30

K.1.3  Demonstrate rote counting to 30

K.1.4  Use manipulatives to model addition problems

K.1.5  Use manipulatives to solve addition problems

K.1.6  Demonstrate understanding of number sets using manipulatives

2.  Students will understand and use patterns, functions, and algebraic concepts

                   K.2.1   Compare and order objects by size, height, and length

                   K.2.2   Demonstrate patterns using color, shape, people, and positions

                   K.2.3  Model given patterns using manipulatives

                   K.2.4  Create patterns

3.  Students will have a foundation in geometric concepts and develop spatial sense

                   K.3.1  Identify and match basic geometric shapes

                   K.3.2  Sort shapes according to characteristics

K.3.3  Understands the common language of spatial sense

4.  Students will understand and use measurement

                   K.4.1  Uses a calendar to become familiar with months and days

                   K.4.2  Recognizes and names penny, nickel, dime, and quarter

                   K.4.3  Uses nonstandard units of measure

5.  Students will understand and use data analysis, statistics, and probability

K.5.1  Demonstrate 1:1 correspondence with the use of manipulatives

K.5.2  Gather information and create class graphs

K.5.3  Determine more or less using a variety of manipulatives

K.5.4  Graph shapes and pictures on a grid

6.  Students will demonstrate a variety of problem solving strategies

                   K.6.1  Use manipulatives to model problems

                   K.6.2  Draw pictures to represent mathematical problems

                   K.6.3  Use pictures to verbally communicate a math problem

7.  Students will understand and use mathematical connections, communication, and reasoning

                   K.7.1  Use mathematics in everyday life

K.7.2  Use drawings, pictures, discussion, and listening to communicate mathematical ideas