Anticipation Guides - 4 to 6 short, declarative, thought-provoking statements about a new

concept, some true and some false, that students are given the opportunity to react to and
discuss
• Many concepts in math need to be decoded before students are able to grasp them
• Use anticipation guides to introduce essential terms and vocabulary prior to math
instruction
• Supports ELL students because it focuses on clarifying terminology as well as conceptual
meanings
• Engages all students