The Best Ways to Teach Multiplying Decimals
Math can be really intimidating for learners at all levels. Intimidation often leads to mental roadblocks, and those mental roadblocks lead to math amnesia and
Math Wheels for Note-taking?
Can Big Kids Love Color by Number Math Activities?
As teachers, I think we all have a common goal: make learning fun so that our students are engaged in the work and enjoy the
The Ultimate Guide to End of Year Test Prep for Middle School Math
Once spring break hits, it’s a downhill race to summer. However, we have some obstacles on the road to our final destination. One of those
Middle School Math Task Cards – A Powerful Tool For Active Learning
Keeping middle school students engaged in learning just might be one of the million-dollar questions from middle school teachers everywhere! If you are feeling the
Teaching Fractions with the Ultimate Fraction Toolkit
“When are we ever going to use this in real life?” Don’t we all love this inevitable question during math class? Basically, it’s the math
Five Math Lessons to Help You Ace Your Teacher Observation
Today, I’ve got five math lessons to help you ace your upper elementary or middle school teacher observation! Before we get into these math lessons,
9 Quick and Easy Valentine’s Day Math Activities
Do you need a few engaging and easy-prep Valentine’s Day math activities? I’ve got 9 ideas for you! I don’t usually do holiday activities unless
Five Reasons to Use Mixed Math Practice
Do you use mixed math practice regularly in your math classes? I know time is of the essence in trying to get through all of
New Year Activities for Middle School Math
Time to ring in the New Year with some engaging new year activities for middle school math! How do you approach the New Year in
Gift Ideas for Math Teachers
Are you looking for the perfect gift for the math teacher(s) in your life? The math teacher could be your child’s math teacher, a relative
Fun Holiday Games for Middle School Math
If you’re looking for a few fun holiday games (math and other) for middle school classes as you head into the holiday season, look no
Algebraic Equations Activity: I Have, Who Has
Do you need an engaging algebraic equations activity to help your middle school math students practice solving one-step equations? Your students will love using the
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!
