Script Here:
“Freshman, eyes on me, voices off in 3, 2,
1… I’ve got 100% of eyes! Good morning!
How is everyone today?”
“We’re going to start off our time together
with something I’m excited for: a Number
Talk! Let’s review our Number Talk Norms
listed behind me so that we’re getting the
most out of our practice. ___, what’s our first
norm for Number Talks?” *Student reads first
norm*
“Right! So we’re solving each problem, silent
and solo. What about norm #2-- ___, could
you read that out for us?” *Student recites
norm*
“Perfect. All ideas, processes, and answers
are welcome here.” *Student recites norm*
“#3. Sharing out loud is how we learn from
one another! ___, could you read norm #4?”
*Student recites norm*
“Beautiful! The purpose of our Number Talks
is to think of as many ways to solve a
problem as we can. Challenge yourself to try
out new methods and find what feels best for
you! And last but not least, let’s hear from
someone we haven’t heard from today for
#5.” *Student recites norm*
“Awesome! When you’ve got your answer
(remember mental math only), I want you to
put a thumb to your chest. Think of as many
ways to solve each problem as you can, and
as you do so (stretch your thinking), hold one
additional finger up at a time to represent
each new strategy.” *Model this with class*