FREE Strategy for Math Fact Strugglers: Incremental Rehearsal (Grades 1-6)

Incremental Rehearsal for Math Fact Strugglers (Grades 1-6) provides educators with a research-based routine to help students who are below grade level expectations master basic math facts. This one-page printable instruction sheet outlines the incremental rehearsal strategy, which can be implemented in small groups, one-on-one instruction, or sent home. First, teachers introduce math fact strategies. Then they use incremental rehearsal to build fluency with new facts by repeatedly pairing unknown facts with known facts. With consistency, students gain confidence and math facts are solidified in long-term memory. This simple routine decreases the number of facts used for younger learners so students experiencing difficulties can achieve success with foundational skills needed to progress in math.