Indiana Pre-Kindergarten Math Standards

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M1 Numeracy

• M1.1 Demonstrate strong sense of counting
  • M1.1.1 Count the number sequence 1-20.
  • M1.1.2 Count backward from 10.
  • M1.1.3 Recognize the last number name said tells the number of objects counted.
  • M1.1.4 Draw pictures, symbols, or use manipulatives to represent spoken number 0-10.
  • M1.1.5 Identify, without counting, small quantities of items (1-4) presented in an irregular or unfamiliar pattern (subitize).
• M1.2 Demonstrate understanding of written numerals
  • M1.2.1 Match number symbols with amounts 1-10.
  • M1.2.2 Name written numerals from 0-10.
  • M1.2.3 Write numerals 1-10.
• M1.3 Recognition of number relations
  • M1.3.1 Identify when two sets are equal using matching and counting strategies.
  • M1.3.2 Correctly use the words of position.
  • M1.3.3 Compare the values of two numbers from 1 to 10 presented as written numerals.
  • M1.3.4 Demonstrate the understanding of the concept before.

M2 Computation and Algebraic Thinking

• M2.1 Exhibit understanding of mathematic structure
  • M2.1.1 Use understanding that numbers can be composed and decomposed to create new numbers in solving problems with quantities under five.
• M2.2 Demonstrate awarenes of patterning
  • M2.2.1 Begin to create and extend a new simple pattern.
  • M2.2.2 Understand sequence of events when clearly explained.

M3 Data Analysis

• M3.1 Demonstrate understanding of classifying
  • M3.1.1 Explain simple sorting or classifying strategies.
  • M3.1.2 Sort a group of objects in multiple ways.
  • M3.1.3 Create and describe simple graphs.

M4 Geometry

• M4.1 Understanding of spatial relationships
  • M4.1.1 Complete lined tangram or pattern block puzzles using basic shapes.
  • M4.1.2 Use position terms such as above, below, beside, and between.
• M4.2 Exhibit ability to identify, describe, analyze, compare, and create shapes
  • M4.2.1 Use the attributes of shapes to distinguish between shapes.
  • M4.2.2 Differentiate two- and three-dimensional shapes (e.g., squares from cubes).

M5 Measurement

• M5.1 Understand concept of time
  • M5.1.1 Know daily concepts of earlier and later, morning and afternoon.
• M5.2 Understand measurement through description and comparison
  • M5.2.1 Directly compare and describe two or more objects with a measurable attribute.
  • M5.2.2 Measure length and volume (capacity) using a standard measurement tool.