Teaching 1st grade math is all about creating fun and engaging learning experiences where numbers become friends and students develop a strong foundation in basic math concepts through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions. From counting games with colorful counters to introducing basic addition and subtraction using fun word problem stories, every day is an opportunity to inspire a lifelong love of math among our students and facilitate lots of “aha” moments! Check out the resources below to help you on your 1st grade teaching journey!
Blog Posts about Teaching 1st Grade
Below are some posts with teaching tips and ideas we think first grade teachers will find helpful!
Math
- First Grade Math Activities Every Teacher Needs
- How to Teach Calendar Math to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grade Students
- Math Sorting Activity Ideas For 1st, 2nd And 3rd Grade Teachers
- Addition and Subtraction Within 20 Ideas for 1st Grade Teachers
- How to Teach Geometry to 1st-5th Grade Students
Literacy
- Word Study Ideas for Elementary Teachers (1st-5th Grade)
- How to Teach Main Idea and Details in 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th grade
Seasonal
Back to School
- Back To School Read Alouds for Classroom Teachers
- Back to School Activities for Elementary Students
- Teaching in August: Lesson Plan Ideas for Elementary Teachers
- August Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- First Day of School Activities (and Why Teachers Need Play Dough)
September
- Teaching in September: Ideas for Elementary Teachers
- September Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- September Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers
October
- Teaching in October: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- October Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- October Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
November
- Teaching in November: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- November Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- November Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
- November Math Activities and Ideas for 1st Grade Teachers
December
- Teaching in December: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- December Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- December Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
January
- Snowmen at Night Writing Activity and Craft for 1st-3rd Graders
- Teaching in January: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- January Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- January Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
February
- Teaching in February: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- February Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- February Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
March
- Teaching in March: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- March Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- March Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
April
- Teaching in April: What Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- April Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- April Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
May
- Teaching in May: End of School Year Ideas for Elementary Teachers
- May Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- May Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
June and End of the School Year
- Teaching in June: Lesson Plan ideas Elementary Teachers Need to Know
- June Activities for Elementary Students (Grades 1-5)
- June Read Alouds for Elementary Teachers (Grades 1-5)
Sub Plans
1st Grade Teaching Resources
Below are some first grade teaching resources we think you’ll find interesting!
Math
- Games
- Spiral Review Activities
- Assessments
- Concept Sorts
- Journals
- Quick Checks
- Open Ended Problems
- Word Problems
- Number of the Day Activities
- Vocabulary Cards, Games and Activities
Literacy
Seasonal
Sub Plans
In closing, we hope you find these resources for teaching 1st grade helpful!
