Number sense is a key indicator of future math success. Let’s explore a quick and reliable way to screen early numerical competencies in Grades K-2 and identify students at risk for later math struggles. The NSS screens children on six key competencies related to number sense: counting skills, number recognition, number comparisons, nonverbal calculations, story problems, and number combinations. The NSS can help educators gain the information they need such as: catch at-risk students early, predict later achievement, start planning effective interventions, monitor progress, and meet national and state standards.
TESS components addressed include: 1A, 1E, 1F