7th

Counter War

Activity

English

Similar to the card game War, this game uses manipulatives as concrete objects to help young learners compare numbers.

Beautifying Dead Space

Article

English

Add interest with creativity and found objects.

Array War

Activity

English

Students use Piet Mondrian's rectangular drawing approach to build and calculate an area comprised of smaller colorful components. Individual or partner activity.

Determine and Analyze Author’s Purpose–Whole-Group Lesson

Video

English

Use this brief lesson to teach a complex strategy.

An Insider’s View of a Brief Focus Lesson

Brief Focus Lesson

English

Whether you are new to Daily 5 and CAFE or a longtime practitioner, you may want to consider these tips to take your brief focus lessons from good to great.