Developing Roots Kindergarten Teacher’s Guide Bundle

Developing Roots is an innovative curriculum that uses child-centered experiences to teach math at the Kindergarten level.  A solid math foundation for future work and skill development occurs as curiosity is ignited and a love of math developed. Lesson designs include tasks that deliver high impact results through active exploration, collaboration, problem-solving, and reflection.

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ISBN: 979-8-9861225-5-7
Developing Roots Kindergarten Teacher's Guide Bundle

Current research in learning and teaching establishes the foundations for the instructional components.  NCTM’s guidelines provide the guiding math principals and essential elements of each of the content areas: Number, Measurement, Geometry, and Operations. Lessons are aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics and place emphasis on developing the Mathematical Practices.

Online Professional Community

The online professional community contains student work, bite-sized videos, home connections, and problem-solving extensions to support the implementation of the Developing Roots Kindergarten Mathematics Program every step of the way.

Components:

  • Teacher Guide Book A
  • Teacher Guide Book B
  • Online Professional Community*

*1-year subscription included in first time purchase only.

Weight 7 lbs
Consultant

Cheri Gardner, Sarah Schaefer

Book A:

Chapter 1 – Number

  • Topic 1- Counting Sequence
  • Topic 2- Sorting
  • Topic 3 – Numbers to 10
  • Topic 4 – Ordinal Numbers
  • Topic 5 – Numbers to 20
  • Extensions: Odd & Even Numbers

Chapter 2 – Measurement

  • Topic 6 – Length
  • Topic 7 – Measurement
  • Topic 8 – Volume

Book B:

Chapter 3 – Geometry

  • Topic 9- Position and Location
  • Topic 10- Shapes and Geometric Attributes
  • Topic 11 – Composing and Decomposing Shapes
  • Extensions: Transformations, Symmetry and Nets

Chapter 4 – Operations

  • Topic 12 – Visualizing Numbers in Sets
  • Topic 13 – Addition and Subtraction Part 1 (Change Structures)
  • Topic 14 – Addition and Subtraction Part 2 (Part-Whole Structures)
  • Topic 15 – Addition and Subtraction Part 3 (Developing Fluency)
  • Extensions: Equality

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  • Why Choose Developing Roots?

    Developing Roots is a hands-on mathematics curriculum that encompasses number, measurement and spatial reasoning concepts. Teachers have been vocal in expressing their need for high-engagement activities to keep students challenged and excited–and we listened! We incorporate current research and learning trajectories to create developmentally appropriate lessons. The result is an easy-to-use curriculum that aligns teaching and learning goals.

    Research shows that high-impact learning occurs when professional development takes place in conjunction with the implementation of content. By using Developing Roots, you receive that and more!

    Learn more about developing roots here.

  • What curriculum do you recommend for students in 6th-12th grade after they have completed your program?

    Question submitted by Laurin Hogan, Leader / Administrator at Providence Classical School (Williamsburg, Virginia).

    We are looking to begin using a new curriculum for the 2025-2026 school year for our JK - 12th grade. Join our email list to receive updates!

  • How would you recommend using the journals?

    The journals in the Teacher's Guide do not come with explicit prompts. We recommend viewing these journals as an opportunity for a descriptive type of prompt. Specifically, students can be asked to describe one method they used to solve the day's Anchor Task. This approach encourages students to reflect on their problem-solving process and articulate their understanding.

    Additionally, there are several journal prompts available in other resources. You can find more prompts in the student textbook, student workbook, and the Mathodology Toolkit. These prompts often address other types of journal writing, including evaluative, creative, and investigative prompts.

What Others Are Saying

Never before have I attended such an excellent conference! Early childhood mathematics is complex. The creators of Developing Roots have developed a program that adds logistics and practicality to mathematical theory in a way that incorporates best practices and most importantly, in a way that is meaningful to young children. It is heavily researched, tested, and teach-approved. Even so, Sarah & Cheri realize the work is never finished and they’re happy to work with teachers as they work for teachers.

Danyelle

We just started Developing Roots this fall and the program has many strengths. Perhaps what I am most impressed with is how each and every lesson is developmentally appropriate for kindergarten children. The shelf work helps increase the fine motor skills they need across the curriculum, while simultaneously allowing them to practice the mathematical skills they need to learn in a fun and engaging way.

Kerri

I loved how teacher friendly this [Developing Roots] program is. There is so much flexibility to make changes. You fit then program in your classroom, not your classroom into the program.

Emily

Similar to most districts, we strive to foster the growth of our students as mathematical thinkers and problem solvers who love math and math learning.  For a long time, we struggled to find a curriculum and approach which would provide a solid foundation for our kindergarten students.  We found our answer in Developing Roots.  Through the challenging, hands-on, and developmentally appropriate approach to learning in this curriculum, our students are not only engaged, but also empowered as learners who are developing solid and transferrable understandings, skills, and beliefs about themselves as mathematicians.  Our entire learning community could not be happier with what Developing Roots has brought to our students.

Carol

Developing Roots is the epitome of teaching math to kindergartners that really count! (HA!) This developmentally approach has reached each student in my class. I love it, the students crave it and the parents are impressed! In my 40+ years of teaching in the Midwest, East Coast, and finally the South, Developing Roots finally got it right!

Suzanne

My Kindergarten students LOVE math! The Developing Roots math curriculum has laid a wonderful foundation for them, providing amazing hands-on and engaging activities. My mathematicians have learned to be great problem-solvers! They enjoy making connections, exploring, and explaining what they have learned. The support we have been given through workshops and virtual meetings/coaching have been extremely beneficial. Sarah’s visit and the meaningful lesson were a perfect way to conclude our first year with Developing Roots.

Bess

I am obsessed with this program! My son and daughter both love it so much and I am loving it too! Math was always one of my favorite subjects and I am a bit embarrassed to say but at 40 years old, I am learning new tricks through this program. My math skills have improved and I am so happy that my children are loving math too! So grateful to have found this program!

Lauren

When working with younger groups of kids, I think the purposeful play aspect is not only a great addition to a curriculum but absolutely necessary! I love that this math curriculum allows students to explore on their own a bit rather than just sitting them in front of a workbook

Judy

think! Mathematics provides our wide range of learners with multiple entry points for problem-solving. Students approach math as a language and are immersed and encouraged to try various strategies. They learn from one another. Sarah Schaefer's workshops with our school's Lower School teachers continue to generate excitement amongst our faculty, not just as teachers of math but as mathematicians themselves.

Dot

I can't say enough good things about the Developing Roots math curriculum! Its lessons are engaging, hands-on, and completely developmentally appropriate for our youngest learners. Our kindergarten teachers love the lesson structure following the Explore, Practice, and Reflect model. Since starting the program last August, we have been amazed by the growth in our students" mathematical understanding. We truly believe the Developing Roots curriculum provides the perfect foundation for our school-wide math program. But the best news is... all of our students LOVE math!

Martha

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