Common Core Connections: Math is the perfect tool for helping first grade students master Common Core math skills. The Common Core Standards for Math in first grade focuses on four critical areas: addition and subtraction within 20, whole numbers and place value, linear measurements, and composing and decomposing geometric shapes. This resource provides focused practice pages for targeting and reinforcing these skills while helping students connect comprehension with knowledge and application. Connecting the standards to content has never been easier with the Common Core Connections series for Math. --The Common Core Connections series provides teachers with the skill assessments to help determine individualized instruction needs. Focused, comprehensive practice pages and self-assessments guide students to reflection and exploration for deeper learning! Grade specific coherent content progresses in difficulty to achieve optimum fluency. It is also an ideal resource for differentiation and remediation. Each 96-page book includes an assessment test, test analysis, Common Core State Standards Alignment Matrix, and answer key.