A unique set of tools
Bridges combines the Common Core State Standards for Mathematical Practice with engaging materials to enable teachers and students to create remarkable learning environments.
Bridges Components
Printed versions of the teachers guides are designed for classroom use. The flexible three-ring binder format allows teachers to add notes and other reference materials. (Color covers, black and white pages).
All guides are also available in electronic form on the Bridges Educator site, which includes additional support resources.
Content structure
Units
Content for each grade level is divided into eight units. Each begins with an introduction to the core mathematical content and includes helpful charts for teacher planning. In grades 1-5 the last unit integrates science and math.
Modules
Each unit contains four modules, each of which contains three to seven sessions that together constitute a coherent sequence of instruction on specific domains. View sample modules on grade level pages.
Sessions
A session covers a day’s worth of math instruction and includes a lesson plan with step-by-step instructions, along with a list of key skills, detailed standards citations, and guidance about preparing materials.
Number Corner
Bridges includes Number Corner, a self-contained skills reinforcement program. Go to Number Corner Teachers Guides to find out more.
Assessment Guides
Bridges includes a wide variety of age-appropriate assessments at each grade level, ranging from interviews, observation tips, and short performance tasks for the youngest students to unit pre- and post-assessments, mid-unit checkpoints, and more extensive performance tasks for Grades 2 and up.
While these assessments are embedded in the program itself, a separate Assessment Guide for each grade level provides teachers with the tools they need to use the results of the assessments to inform instructional decisions. Each Assessment Guide includes copies of the assessments, answer keys, scoring guides, and intervention suggestions.
See Sample Materials section on grade level pages to view Assessment Guides.
New with the second edition, the Bridges Educator site provides 24/7 online access and always up-to-date content. A free account is included with the purchase of every Bridges classroom package.
Program Materials
All teacher guides, teacher masters, game components, and student materials are available as indexed PDF files for easy viewing and downloading.
Spanish translations of student materials are included at no extra charge.
Additional Resources
Carefully selected games, books, videos and other resources to complement each Bridges module. This collection makes use of the many excellent, often free, resources available to enhance student learning.
Implementation Support
Comprehensive support includes background articles, blog postings, and access to curriculum specialists.
Student books include instructions, worksheets, and record sheets for independent practice, and homework. All books are included in electronic form as part of the Bridges Educators site, allowing teachers to print pages as needed. Pre-printed consumable copies are also available for purchase. (Color covers, black and white pages).
Bridges Student Book
The Bridges Student Book supports participation in whole-group investigations and games. Also available in Spanish.
Number Corner Student Book
The Number Corner Student Book presents opportunities for independent practice and engagement with the skills and concepts covered in the daily workouts. Also available in Spanish.
Home Connections
Home Connections—family-friendly assignments that include games and activities as well as worksheets for students to complete independently—offer another source of practice and reinforcement.
A Bridges classroom is active. Students play games, draw sketches, and use manipulatives as they learn together.
Bridges classroom packages come complete with the materials teachers need to make math come alive. Custom game pieces and carefully selected manipulatives promote student engagement.
Games and Activities
Students consolidate and extend their comprehension of key skills and concepts through games and activities. Bridges includes colorful pre-made components including card decks, spinners, and game boards that support over three dozen Work Places at each grade level.
Manipulatives
Concrete representations of shapes and visual models provide tools for individual, small group, and whole group inquiry. Bridges includes a comprehensive manipulative kit that supports up to thirty students.
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Virtual Manipulatives
Bridges incorporates our growing collection of free virtual manipulatives. Find out more
Word Resource Cards
With over 200 definitions across grades K-5, word resource cards build essential math vocabulary. Each card features a word and multiple illustrations on the front and a working definition on the back.
Children's Literature
Bridges is rich with connections to other subject areas. All grade levels include children's literature recommendations and most include one or more titles.
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Number Corner
Number Corner also includes similar classroom materials as well as a unique collection of monthly calendar markers. Find out more
Every Bridges classroom package includes Number Corner, a self-contained supplemental program that is also available separately.
A Key Element
Number Corner complements the Bridges units through 20-minute daily workouts that provide practice with a wide variety of skills.
Find out more about Number Corner.
