Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Guided Math/Rotations QUESTION!!

Hello, friends!  I have some questions. As I've mentioned before, I've been slowing trying out math rotations and a guided math feel at the end of the year.  I hope to start it up this way right in the beginning of the year.

I was looking at some books...Do you recommend any of these?  Are they a waste of my time and money?  Are there other books out there that I should check out?

I already have...

I was debating purchasing these...


Thoughts?
Are there any other books I should check out?

THANKS FOR YOUR HELP!!!! :-)


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  1. AnonymousMay 21, 2013 at 5:51 PM

    I bought Guided Math several summers ago. It's a great book with lots of resources. The author is really big on guided groups and differentation. I think that it's a good investment. Now personally, I don't do math groups or centers. I incorporate centers into my weekly lessons, but my kids don't do them daily. My students have access to those types of activities in the morning during morning work time also. I just haven't been able to work it right and honestly, I just didn't know if I wanted to take on the extra work load.:)

    Karen
    An Apple a Day in First Grade

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    1. KatieMay 21, 2013 at 6:46 PM

      Thanks, Karen!! I appreciate your feedback and your honesty!! :) I think a mix is ok!! That's kinda what I was doing...we'll see how it goes!! :)

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  2. StorieMay 21, 2013 at 6:44 PM

    I have both of the books you mentioned. Last summer I participated in the Guided Math book study hosted by Brenda from Primary Inspired. Here's the link so you can check it out:
    http://primaryinspired.blogspot.com/p/guided-math-book-study.html
    Storie
    Stories by Storie

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    1. KatieMay 21, 2013 at 6:46 PM

      Thanks, Storie!! I really appreciate it! :) I think I might take the plunge and get them both!! :)

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  3. UnknownMay 22, 2013 at 7:01 AM

    I've read the Guided Math book and really enjoyed it. Lots of great ideas for something I really want to do but can't seem to pull the trigger. Although I have incorporated some of the easier routines which I really like. I would definitely recommend the Guided Math book.
    Dianne
    Hopelessly Devoted to Teaching

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    1. KatieMay 25, 2013 at 5:19 PM

      Thanks, Dianne! I really appreciate your feedback!! :) I'm looking forward to exploring it!!

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  4. KellyMay 22, 2013 at 6:25 PM

    We follow the Guided Math program for math centers and instruction. LOVE IT!! I presented a workshop to my fellow teachers using it & even the upper grade teachers were big fans. I would definitely recommend!! I blogged about our use of it in first grade...I think it was in September. :)

    Kelly
    First Grade Fairytales

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    1. KatieMay 25, 2013 at 5:20 PM

      Hi Kelly- thanks so much for your feedback!! I think that's what I'm going to do next year!!!! I'm excited about it but nervous! I'm going to check out your blog for your post- thanks! :)

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  5. TaniaJune 8, 2013 at 4:38 PM

    I read the Guided math book (your second picture) last summer. I have the book. If you have the third book (which I'd love to read) perhaps we can exchange books, read and return afterwards... if you are interested.
    Tania
    My Second Sense

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