If you have found this page, you already know about Engage New York Math. This is an amazing program created to teach all of the Common Core math standards from kindergarten through eighth grade. There are lots of things to love about Engage New York (also called Eureka Math.)
It covers all of the math standards.
It builds on previous lessons both throughout the year and from year to year.
It has a consistent lesson pattern with scripts for people new to the program.
It has lots of assessments built into the program.
It is free.
As much as there is to love about Engage New York, there are also some parts that are frustrating.
It can get boring for students (and teachers).
Sometimes there aren’t enough practice or processing opportunities for students.
Some of the lessons are confusing.
Most of the practice, assessments, and lessons are structured in the same way, so students don’t get multiple opportunities to explore the material.
It uses a lot of paper.
I first started working with Engage New York over ten years ago as a new teacher. I loved that it told me what to teach, but I didn’t always love how it told me to teach it. I started creating my own resources to supplement my instruction. People found out about my third grade resources and asked me to make them for other grades as well. I ended up covering first through fifth grade.
Engage New York Math is a free resource. They don’t even mind if you use the program to create new resources, but according to their copyright, you can’t charge for these resources. Following their rules, you can access any of the Engage New York Math resources I created for free.
If you would like to thank me for creating these resources, I would love it if you share my website with other teachers. There are tons of free resources on here! You can also purchase resources from my website or check out my Teachers Pay Teachers store.
The links below will take you to the listings for the Engage New York Math resources. You will purchase them like any other resource, but you will not be prompted to enter any payment information. I also don’t use or sell any of your personal information. Enjoy!
Kindergarten
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Kindergarten, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Kindergarten, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Kindergarten, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Kindergarten, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Kindergarten, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Kindergarten, Module 6
First Grade
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 1, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 1, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 1, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 1, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 1, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 1, Module 6
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 1, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 1, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 1, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 1, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 1, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 1, Module 6
Second Grade
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 2, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 2, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 2, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 2, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 2, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 2, Module 6
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 2, Module 7
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 2, Module 8
Engage New York Math Aligned Digital Math Activities for Grade 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 2, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 2, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 2, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 2, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 2, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 2, Module 6
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 2, Module 7
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 2, Module 8
Third Grade
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 3, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 3, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 3, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 3, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 3, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 3, Module 6
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 3, Module 7
Engage New York Math Aligned Digital Math Activities for Grade 3
Engage New York Math Aligned No-Cut Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned No-Cut Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned No-Cut Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned No-Cut Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned No-Cut Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned No-Cut Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 6
Engage New York Math Aligned No-Cut Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 7
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 6
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 3, Module 7
Fourth Grade
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 4, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 4, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 4, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 4, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 4, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 4, Module 6
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 4, Module 7
Engage New York Math Aligned Digital Math Activities for Grade 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 4, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 4, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 4, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 4, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 4, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 4, Module 6
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 4, Module 7
Fifth Grade
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 5, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 5, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 5, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 5, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 5, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Activities for Grade 5, Module 6
Engage New York Math Aligned Digital Math Activities for Grade 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 5, Module 1
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 5, Module 2
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 5, Module 3
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 5, Module 4
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 5, Module 5
Engage New York Math Aligned Interactive Notebook for Grade 5, Module 6
The importance of giving elementary math students lots of practice cannot be overstated. Mathematics, at its core, is a language—a means to understand and communicate ideas about quantities, structures, and relationships. Just as with any language, fluency comes from practice.
Building Strong Foundations
Elementary math lays the groundwork for all future mathematical learning. Concepts like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division are the building blocks for more complex topics. Regular practice helps students solidify these fundamental concepts, ensuring they’re well-prepared for advanced mathematics. Without a strong foundation, students may struggle as they progress in their education, leading to frustration and a potential dislike for the subject.
Enhancing Problem-Solving Skills
Math is not just about memorizing formulas; it’s about solving problems. By engaging in regular practice, students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They learn to approach problems from different angles, think logically, and apply what they’ve learned in various contexts. This kind of cognitive flexibility is crucial not only in math but in real-life situations as well.
Boosting Confidence
Confidence plays a significant role in a student’s ability to learn and succeed. When students practice math regularly and see their improvement, they feel more confident in their abilities. This confidence encourages them to take on new challenges and persevere through difficulties. A positive attitude towards math can lead to better performance, not just in math, but across all subjects.
Cultivating a Love for Learning
Practice doesn’t have to be tedious. When done right, it can be engaging and fun, sparking curiosity and a love for learning. Through a variety of practice activities, such as games, puzzles, and real-world applications, students can see the relevance and joy of math. This positive association can foster a lifelong interest in the subject and in learning more broadly.
Supporting Individual Learning Paths
Every student learns at their own pace. Regular practice allows for personalized learning experiences, where students can spend more time on concepts they find challenging and less on those they grasp quickly. This tailored approach can lead to more effective learning and a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts.
