From the first day of school I intentionally. Since first-graders need to learn their numbers you can play spot the number and have your child keep track of how many numbers she can see out the window on street signs storefronts houses and more. Say Now Im going to cross this out since.
Elementary math can be difficult because it involves learning new abstract concepts that can be tricky for children to visualize.
They can also help your students retain those concepts longer. From the first day of school I intentionally. It allows them to find a solution to issues and complex situations that are thrown there way even if this is the first time they are faced with the predicament. Switch strategies or try a different one.