Q&A: Summer Learning
Q&A: Summer Learning
Interested in Using Math & Movement this Summer? Here are some of the top questions we get to help you out!
- K-5 Summer Learning Kits
- K-5 Individual Classroom Kits
- K-2 Math Kit and 3-5 Math Kit
- K-2 Literacy Kit and 3-5 Literacy Kit
Our Summer Learning Kits were created with 4 and 6-week K-5 summer programs in mind. We selected math floor mats that cover many essential learning objectives to help students build their mathematic foundations. We have three Summer Learning Kit options based on the amount of materials you would like. Any of these kits can be used throughout your whole summer learning program. Check out our Summer Learning Guide for an idea of how stations can be set up to teach different skills.
If you are looking for single grade-level options, our Classroom Kits can also be used in summer learning programs.
If you are looking for literacy options, check out our K-2 and 3-5 Literacy Kits.
If you are looking for a kit with more than one of each mat, check out our K-2 Math Kit and 3-5 Math Kit. These kits were designed for a whole school learning plan. We have extra mats for core math concepts in grades K-2 and 3-5. This allows teachers to have some of their own mats and keep them in their classroom.
Summer Learning Kits – The materials in each kit were designed with 4 and 6-week K-5 summer programs in mind. These kits are similar in content to our math kits but only include one of each of the materials.
Classroom Kits – These kits include materials for the concepts taught at an individual grade level. For example, the Kindergarten Math Kit includes materials that would cover concepts taught in Kindergarten.
K-2 and 3-5 Math Kits – These are our most comprehensive math kits that are best for entire schools. They include multiple of many of the mats so more than one teacher can use the same material on the same day.
K-2 and 3-5 Literacy Kits – Our sole literacy kit option. Our other kits only include math materials. These kits include our top literacy floor mats for each grade group.
Absolutely! Our kits can be a great place to start, but if you’re interested in fewer materials, each mat is available for purchase individually. Let us know if you need help finding anything!
We have an online database of hundreds of activities included in the kits. This is available to you for free when you purchase our materials. Reach out if you would like to see this before purchasing!
We also have created two activity booklets that match all of the materials in our K-2 and 3-5 Math Kits. Reply to this email and let us know if you would like to review a copy of the guide.
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Our Summer Learning Guide can also give you an idea of the activities that can be completed with the floor mats.
We can help you plan out your summer program regardless of the amount of time you have over the summer! A quote I like is “Let summer be an incubator for what you want to accomplish over the summer”! One great thing about our materials is that they can supplement any program your staff may be following and offer a great brain break during the day for students and staff! They can also reinforce and teach the core math and literacy concepts students are there to learn and understand.
Budget can play a large role in this, so regardless of time frame, try to choose the kit/materials that fit your school’s budget. The more materials your school has access to, the more math concepts students can learn and practice over the summer. Each one of our kits details the core math concepts that each mat covers, so you can always select the kit that has the math concepts you are most interested in covering over the summer.
We can work with you and your summer learning curriculum administrators to create a complimentary summer learning plan. Email us at info@mathandmovement.com if you’re interested in viewing a sample guide.
Yes! Any of our kits would be great in the classroom, before or after school, or with family engagement events during the school year. Our K-2 and 3-5 Math Kits have multiples of mats which makes it a little easier to share between classrooms – just in case more than one teacher wants to use the same material on the same day!
When mats are not in use, we recommend rolling them up. For the larger square mats, folding may be necessary. If you have access to a storage closet or space in your classroom for extra materials, that may be a good place to store the mats.
We have storage options available here.
We also have created instructions for building your own storage unit.
Want to learn more? Join our next free webinar on summer learning
Move, Learn, Thrive: How to Add Movement to Summer Learning Programs
Tuesday, April 2, 2024 | 12 pm – 12:45 pm EST
Are you ready to supercharge your summer learning program? Join us for an engaging webinar as we explore the transformative power of movement-based learning in educational settings. Discover how integrating movement into your summer school curriculum can enhance student engagement, accelerate learning, reduce math anxiety, and offer responsive, differentiated instruction.
In this session, we’ll delve into the innovative Math & Movement materials and instruction designed to invigorate your summer learning initiatives. From boosting math and reading skills to nurturing social-emotional learning (SEL), this webinar will equip you with practical strategies to enrich your summer learning experience.
Key Takeaways:
- Explore the brain science supporting movement-based learning and understand why students learn more rapidly when they’re active participants in their education.
- Learn how the Math & Movement Summer Learning Supplemental Curriculum enhances math and reading proficiency among students.
- Discover how incorporating movement-based activities strengthens social-emotional learning and can help foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to revolutionize your summer learning program with movement-based strategies that engage, empower, and inspire students to reach their full potential.
Register now for the webinar and embark on a journey toward transformative educational practices!
If you cannot attend live but are interested in accessing the information, register and we will send you the recording and slides!
Meet Our Presenter, Suzy Koontz
Suzy Koontz, founder and CEO of Math & Movement, has spent over 25 years helping students achieve academic success. Suzy has created over 200 kinesthetic teaching tools adopted by schools nationwide and has authored more than 20 books. As a sought-after national presenter for schools and conferences, Suzy shares how movement can transform the way students learn and retain knowledge. Suzy is the co-author of an upcoming ASCD book on active learning.
