Using Math Wheels in Your Summer School Lesson Plans
When most of us think about summer school lesson plans, we immediately think about remediation, review packets, and trying to squeeze an entire year’s worth
Math Wheels for Note-taking?
Using Math Wheels to Support Special Education Students
There is always a point during math notes when you can feel some of your students start to shut down. A few students are still
ESL and Math: Using Math Wheels to Support English Language Learners
I remember looking around my classroom during a math lesson and realizing my English language learners were trying to juggle way too much at once.
How to Teach Mean Absolute Deviation
Have you ever had the moment when your students could find the mean, but then everything after falls apart? You might be watching your students
5 After Testing Activities You Need
You know that moment when one student quietly raises their hand and whispers, “I’m done,” while half your class is still deep in testing? You
The Problem With Math Tricks and Shortcuts
You’re in the middle of a math lesson, and one of your students confidently blurts out, “Oh, I know a trick for this!” At first,
Why Students Confuse Area and Perimeter {and What It Reveals}
If you’ve ever graded a math assignment and noticed your students calculating the perimeter when the question clearly asked for area, you know how frustrating
Mastering How to Teach Operations With Decimals
Whether you’re teaching a decimal operations unit for the first time or just looking to refresh your approach, this post will help you build confidence
Everything You Need to Teach Ratios and Rates
I can still remember those nights when I would look at my pacing guide and realize my ratios unit was coming up next. My computer
3 Versatile Math Activities You Need in Your Classroom
Some days, you have a full, calm math block with time to teach, practice, and reflect. Other days, the schedule gets chopped up, your kids
How to Build a Library of Color by Number Review Activities for the Entire Year
During my time in the classroom, there was always a point in the year when I realized I was constantly scrambling for review activities that
The Ultimate No Prep Math Activity You Need in Your Classroom
Teaching middle school math can feel like juggling flaming bowling pins while standing on a moving skateboard. You are planning lessons for multiple periods (and
Welcome to Cognitive Cardio Math! I’m Ellie, a wife, mom, grandma, and dog ‘mom,’ and I’ve spent just about my whole life in school! With nearly 30 years in education, I’ve taught:
- All subject areas in 4th and 5th grades
- Math, ELA, and science in 6th grade (middle school)
I’ve been creating resources for teachers since 2012 and have worked in the elearning industry for about five years as well!
If you’re looking for ideas and resources to help you teach math (and a little ELA), I can help you out!
