Number Talks in Review

Hi Park View! This week, I wanted to revisit a blog post that was shared last year.  Our Math Coach has put together a fantastic number talk resource and I love that each week number talks are placed in our math slides too.  It is the perfect way to get our students talking about numbers! 

I want us to keep in mind that consistent Number Talks give students the confidence to manipulate numbers/math in a way that makes sense to them. 

You have to check out this article about number talks from Sherry D. Parrish!  I love that in the article it is stated that the heart of a number talk is conversation! 

If you are looking to get more conversations started during your number talks check out these discussion starters from Anna Brantley! 

Here are some tips from Coach Alisan's presentation:

She shared an AWESOME website that had tons of quick-ready to use number talks. It is called, Which One Doesn't Below.  Check it out below!

Don't forget this GREAT Resource that was shared in PLC! 

I also found these FREE printable posters to add to your number talks from Primary Bliss!  I love the "I would like to defend my answer"poster-HELLO PEAK!

The Routty Math Teacher also has a great FREE file on getting started with number talks.  

A NUMBER Talk in K:

A NUMBER TALK in 1st Grade:

A NUMBER TALK in 2nd Grade:

A NUMBER TALK in 3rd Grade: 

This video really stresses the importance of number talks.  It digs into how number talks level the playing field for students who think differently about math. Allowing students to have the opportunity to use trial and error is essential in building confidence in math.

So in just 15 minutes a day, you can start improving your students' feelings about math and increase their number sense while also providing a safe place to share and learn. 

Happy Planning!