Five Frame Printable

Oh, you know we always got ideas for teaching our little ones! And when we gotta teach a split class, ooh, the creativity needs to be on 100!

Multi-Grade Matters: Ideas for a Split Class

One way to keep all the kids engaged and working hard is with five frame cards. Let’s talk about how to use these bad boys in our split classes.

What’s a Five Frame Card?

A five frame card is a card with five slots. It’s used for number recognition and helps kids with math fluency. This is especially helpful for our little ones who aren’t quite ready to memorize multiplication tables or division.

How to Use Five Frame Cards in a Split Class

First things first, ensure that all the students in your split class have their own five frame card. You can make them out of cardstock or purchase them online. Once everyone has their card, here are a few activities you can do:

1. Flashcards

Write numbers on flashcards and have students write the answer on their five frame card. For example, hold up a card with the number 3, and have students fill in three spots on their five frame card.

2. Addition and Subtraction

Use manipulatives, like counters, and have students practice addition and subtraction on their five frame card. For example, give a student ten counters and ask them to put two counters in the first slot, and three counters in the second slot. Then, ask them how many counters they have left, and have them put the remaining counters in the last slot on their five frame card.

3. Multiplication and Division

As your students become more advanced, they can practice multiplication and division using their five frame card. For example, ask the student to fill in one slot with the number 2, and then fill in the rest of the slots with the product of 2 multiplied by each number up to 5. Then, ask the student to divide the total number of slots by 2.

Why Five Frame Cards Are Great for a Split Class

Five frame cards are a great way to differentiate instruction in a split class. Because they can be used for a variety of math skills, you can give each student a task that is appropriate for their level. It also encourages peer learning, as students can work together to solve problems.

So, there you have it! Another tool for you to add to your split class toolkit. Happy teaching!