FIRST GRADE MATH TUTORING

At Big Sky Tutoring, our team of passionate tutors are here to help first graders on their math journey. At this stage of elementary school, we focus on expanding their understanding of numbers and enhancing their problem-solving skills. Our curriculum is designed to nurture confidence and curiosity through engaging activities and supportive instruction.

We align all of our instruction to the Montana Mathematics Content Standards, which outline goals for math skills in each grade level. We know that for parents, it can be daunting to understand the benchmarks their child should be hitting, which is why we have summarized the first grade math standards for you below.

Key Learning Objectives for Grade 1:

  • Operations and Algebraic Thinking

    • Use addition and subtraction within 20 to solve various word problems.

    • Understand and apply properties of operations to develop mathematical fluency.

  • Number and Operations in Base Ten

    • Count to 120, starting at any number less than 120.

    • Understand place value, which is essential for addition and subtraction.

  • Measurement and Data

    • Measure lengths indirectly and by iterating length units.

    • Tell and write time in hours and half-hours using analog and digital clocks.

    • Represent and interpret data using simple charts and graphs.

  • Geometry

    • Reason with shapes and their attributes.

    • Partition circles and rectangles into two and four equal shares, describing them using terms like halves and quarters.

If your first grade child is struggling with any of the above topics, the time to intervene is now! Research shows that early intervention is key to ensuring long term success with mathematics. Since math gradually builds on itself, the foundational skills students learn in first grade are essential to their success in future grades; Investing in tutoring now can prevent further struggles for your child in their future academic pursuits.

Why Choose Our Program?

Our tutoring emphasizes a supportive and nurturing learning environment where students are encouraged to explore and understand math concepts deeply. We are dedicated to fostering a love for learning by making math engaging and relevant to everyday life. We also ensure that our tutoring sessions are focused around relevant math standards, on which students are tested on their state tests. We believe that by using these benchmarks as a guideline, our students will start their next grade level with confidence. We will ensure that your child is up to speed and we will work to fill in any missing knowledge they might have. Our tutors will become your teammate, dedicated to your child's success and wellbeing.

Contact us today to work together to build a strong foundation in mathematics and set the stage for future academic success. Let's make math an exciting and rewarding adventure for your child!