Thanks so much for the thoughtful reply and it’s quite apparent that this topic strikes a chord. But if you’ve never explored the strength of that technique, why not start by giving it a chance if you’re unsatisfied with the results, *then* look for some way to add value. If you’ve used traditional flashcards in the conventional fashion for many years and don’t find they meet your expectations that’s one thing. There’s a reason everyone puts on socks before shoes - I’d suggest mastering that before trying some other approach. Thinking outside the box isn’t evil … but there’s nothing a priori to commend it over thinking inside the box first. I’m also skeptical about this apparent notion many have that there’s something wrong if you aren’t reinventing the wheel each year … no, don’t abandon something that works just because it’s “old”. I’m not saying there *isn’t* some other way to use them, but your first assumption should be that you will be using them for their intended purpose, more-or-less as flash-card users have always done. I support your use of traditional flashcards, Andy - they are one of many different helpful tools you could use for this, and a tried and proven one. Who pushes this nonsense among educators? What great insight weighs against common sense and generational wisdom on this point? Understanding is the goal … but knowing is the essential priority. There is no such thing as “understanding without knowing”. Solid memory work is the essential substrate upon which all understanding is built.
It is the goldmine of education, the richest seam. This is antithetical to good practice and violates all that cognitive science tells us about the process of learning. It never fails to shock me how many educators speak as if memory is evil and memorization should be avoided at all costs. If you use these cards as a parent or teacher, please report back and share how it goes. All of us are smarter than one of us. “ From Memory” and Memorization: There is a Difference. My hope is that we do it the way it was intended. The man is awesome!Īs we dive into a new school year, fluency will always be a goal. Oh…and they’re free! When you visit Steve’s site just drop him a line and tell him “thanks”. Steve Wyborney is also also another teacher who is firmly committed to sharing a ton of resources that build fluency.
#MATH FLASH CARDS FOR 2ND GRADERS FOR FREE#
I created them to share for free and I want them to stay that way. I don’t want them to make their way on Teachers Pay Teachers.
#MATH FLASH CARDS FOR 2ND GRADERS PDF#
Unfortunately, I had to place my name in the pdf not for credit because that’s not how we roll. The multiplication array cards are great because they allow students to see and use the structure in number to build fluency. Here’s a post how I’ve used the cards in class and with my daughter when she was in 2nd grade. I’m still trying to figure out who was the genius behind the subitizing cards because they’re awesome. Multiplication Subitizing Cards Multiplication Array Cards Here’s 2 different sets of cards you can use with your students and share with your parents to build true mathematical fluency. One thing I love about our online community is our willingness to share, grow and learn together. Maya's new teacher put flash cards on the required supplies list.
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