The saying "Practice Makes Perfect" often implies that repetition leads to mastery. However, practicing something you do poorly, or incorrectly, doesn't make it perfect; it instead reinforces bad habits. Practice actually makes PERMANENT. Practice is crucial, but it should follow the establishment of a strong sense of numbers. Day 9’s tip is to find a new way for students to practice math. Today's audio message discusses two valuable approaches to make practice more enjoyable and connected to your students’ current mathematical needs: using math games and offering students choice during math practice. Listen in to get the details. Practice is essential for reinforcing knowledge, but let’s do it in a way that is fun, differentiates for your students, and allows for students to reinforce the good mathematical thinking they’ve been building. Get access to all the resources mentioned when you register for the Kickstart here: BuildMathMinds.com/10Day-kickstart  ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you are looking for a comprehensive online course for elementary educators that will help you better understand and implement the ideas in this Number Sense Kickstart, join The Flexibility Formula Course. During the 10-Day Kickstart you can get a special gift when you enroll by October 19, 2023.  Go to BuildMathMinds.com/enroll to pick the grade level of the course (K-2 or 3-5) and get enrolled.