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Personal Number Talk Plan

Guide a 5th grader through a focused 20-minute number talk that builds number sense, helps the student articulate strategies, and develops emotional resilience through reflection and celebration.

Combining academic and SEL skills strengthens math fluency, fosters strategic thinking, and equips the student to manage frustration, boosting confidence and engagement in math.

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Teacher Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Goal Setting

2 minutes

Step 2

SEL Frustration Check-In

3 minutes

Step 3

Number Talk Prompt

5 minutes

Step 4

Guided Discussion

5 minutes

Step 5

Reflection and Celebration

3 minutes

Step 6

Cool-Down Progress Pebble

2 minutes

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Math Challenge

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Reflect & Grow

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Journal

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Cool Down

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Number Talks Unleashed

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Carolyn Taylor

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