Kindergarten Math Manipulatives II Singapore Dimensions Math KA/KB

[@aubriesoetaert]

We started Singapore Math in June. I use KZbin for lots of the books, since we weren't going to the library (and I don't always look too ahead..haha.) Almost every book I've tried to find there is a video of a teacher reading it online. So helpful!

[@sciencemama]

AubrieS That is so good to know - thank you! Hopping on KZbin is easier than organizing holds at my library 🤣

[@cindyplumb3702]

Thank you!! This was so very helpful in making curriculum choices and deciding what extra materials to purchase!

[@sciencemama]

Oh good, I'm so glad it was helpful!

[@leahkuqo]

I really appreciate this video. It’s helpful to see as many flip through a don’t include these specifics.!

[@sciencemama]

Leah Kuqo Good I’m so glad it helped! I’m always looking for videos of what people actually used instead of just what they plan on using. Although I like those videos too 🤣

[@Dymphna06]

Thanks!! I am almost done getting everything ready for September (1st grade & 8th grade). I was printing a lot of the PDF’s to have them available and I was trying to figure out which manipulative or rods to purchase! Perfect timing.

[@sciencemama]

Susan B Oh good, I’m glad it was helpful! Good luck in September 😀

[@letshomeschooltogether8007]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm in the process of choosing a math program for my first grader and Dimensions is on my top 2 choices :)

[@sciencemama]

Let's Homeschool Together You are very welcome! Dimensions is a wonderful program 😀

[@susyrodriguez185]

Just finished watching this video and it answered my question for the comment I left in another video you made😄 So very helpful! Just subscribed to your channel, God bless!😊

[@sciencemama]

Susy Rodriguez I’m so glad it was helpful!! We love Singapore math 😀

[@courtneywhittet2848]

Thank you for this video! I know I want to use Dimensions KA/KB with my daughter, but the price tag on the manipulatives was a little bit much to take in. I started pricing it all out on Amazon, then I found a Rainbow Resource PK kit for less than 1/2 the price as Singapore. But I really started to question how similar some of the manipulatives were to each other, like do you really need Attribute Blocks, Pattern Blocks AND Tangram Blocks? This answered so many of the questions I had on the Dimensions Manipulatives. I figured if we get to a point where I absolutely think I need something additional, I can always hop on Amazon and order it, but for now we will stick to your recommendations.

[@sciencemama]

Good! I'm so glad it was helpful :)

[@lisabhiggins]

Really appreciate your videos!! So helpful as I delve into this world right now.

[@sciencemama]

L. Higgins I glad they are helpful - I’m happy to take any video requests you might have 😀

[@jennifersedo]

Thank you, I was wondering about that because I'm currently in the process of buying the manipulates. Very helpful!

[@sciencemama]

Jennifer Sedo Good! I’m glad it was helpful 😀

[@eugenioarrowsacademy6936]

Hello angie! I'm so thankful to have found one of your helpful videos in youtube. I'm planning to import Dimensions K from U.S to the Philippines, and i'm a bit overwhelmed with the manipulatives i need to purchase. In your video, you mentioned only around 5-6 manipulatives, but the Dimensions list on the website has more including clockface, dominoes, etc... should i not buy them? I want to be able to get everything that i need to include in my box since i'm going to ship them overseas... really appreciate if u could help me. Thank u so much! - Misce from the Philippines

[@sciencemama]

Hi! That is so hard to decide, I didn't really feel like we needed a clockface during the K program ... same with dominoes! But it really depends on how comfortable you are as the teacher ... maybe look through the teachers guide and make note of items you would like to use or times when you can sub in different manipulatives!

[@themcdonalds1358]

Your video was very helpful ! Thank you !

[@sciencemama]

You are very welcome!

[@emilyklinkhammer8556]

Thank you, Angie! This is very helpful! :) Random question- did you use the tests with Singapore Math Dimensions? If so, would you recommend that? My instinct is that it's not all that necessary, but curious if you thought otherwise.

[@sciencemama]

Hi! Glad it was helpful! I don't currently use the tests but I feel like I could go either way. For the age of my kids I would consider using the tests more to gauge their progress then to test them ... but I have a pretty solid idea of how he is doing, so no tests yet!

[@THomasJPeel]

Great video!

[@yiwenwang9230]

hi, in 2 days i have watched 1/3 all of your video about homeshcool, it enlighten me a lot . thank you . i am going to watch the rest video of urs .may i ask where to buy Montessori book u mentioned in other video , i googled amaon , it was out of stock for new book. and which website do u buy the used books or manipulatives usually ? it is difficult to buy right star math manipulatives set . thank u .

[@sciencemama]

Hi! I try and buy most of my resources used if possible. I often use Facebook BST curriculum groups, or marketplace as well as an app called Mercari :)

[@yiwenwang9230]

@@sciencemama thank u. could u do a video about twins homeschooling ，thansk

[@shiraleeana]

Thanks for the practical advice.

[@sciencemama]

No problem!

[@karishmagajiyani6640]

Thanks Angie, very helpful. Also could u pls share which books u use for kindergarten arts... specifically drawing and painting

[@sciencemama]

Karishma Gajiyani For Kindergarten we have mostly done open ended art - I love the book The Artful Parent. As for this year we are giving Artistic Pursuits a try!

[@crystaltaylor6129]

Thank you for this video. Do you think the Blackline Material is worth printing out for Dimensions?

[@sciencemama]

Hi! Yes, some of it! We used a lot of the number cards and dot grid cards to play games with :)

[@debilee6600]

Thank you! I have a 4.5 year old that was in Montessori, but now I’m homeschooling. I was about to order Shiller Math 1 until I saw your video. Any experience or thoughts on Shiller Math? Trying to make a decision. Thanks!

[@sciencemama]

Debi Lee I think I just replied to your other comment - unfortunately I don’t have any experience with Shiller - but we do love Singapore 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@MomTown]

Do I need 2 textbooks and 2 workbooks if I'm teaching twins?

[@sciencemama]

Yeah, you would need two of each unless you want to copy everything ... but since it is color, I'm not sure if I would copy.

[@physhtailswims2169]

Great video! I'm still waiting on the curriculum to arrive. Unfortunately, the textbooks for KA and KB are out of stock right now. We're on hold to officially start school, but I'm starting a morning routine with my two kiddos to get them in the routine of structured play/learning. Do you have a morning circle time? If so, how long does it typically take you to complete? What do you do for the days your children don't want to complete an activity? I'm following my kiddos lead, and there are days were he just prefers not to and will tell me so. I am/will be working part time, so our mornings will be designated for "school." My two y/o absolutely loves it whereas my 4 y/o, requires a bit of verbal encouragement.Thanks again! I'm glad I found your channel.

[@sciencemama]

Physhtail Swims Easing into a routine is a wonderful idea. We do a morning time right after breakfast and I love it - it’s mostly me reading, or we sing, or memorize poetry/scripture. But I’ve created little bins for everyone to have something to do while I read which I’ve found helps them a lot. We don’t do specific projects or crafts at that time - I’m thinking of doing more art in the afternoon! I actually just filmed my schedule/routine video, should be up soon 😀. I would say following their lead at those ages is a wonderful idea and it sounds like you are doing great!