Time Management for Students: A Life Changing Skill
Time Management for Students Time management….it can be a challenge for adults, so it’s no wonder that students have difficulty! When middle school students start
Math Wheels for Note-taking?
Memory Wheels – End of the School Year Activity
Memory Wheel Templates for a Favorite End of School Year Activity Memory Wheel templates are a low-prep, easy way to structure one of my favorite
Helping Students Learn How to Check Math Problems
When my 6th grade math students finish their math assessments and want to hand them in, I always ask, “Did you check your work?” Often
Playing The Factor Game in Middle School Math
Finding The Factor Game Again! I was looking through my middle school math folders on my computer, and came across a document called “The Factor
How To Foster a Positive Math Mindset
Six Strategies to Foster a Positive Math Mindset How often have you started your year with students who have a negative math mindset? They say
Hands-On Integer Activity Your Students Will Love
Fold it Up Interactive Notebook Integer Activity Will you be teaching about integers in your middle school math class soon? If so, this integer activity
Why Not to Use the Butterfly Method With Fractions
The “butterfly method” for comparing, adding, and subtracting fractions – WHY are teachers teaching this? Although it seems like a fun, easy way to add
Focus & Fun with the Array Game, Using Polyhedral Dice
Have you used the array game with your math students? It’s a great game for reviewing multiplication with a twist of critical thinking and problem
Using the Ladder Method in Middle School Math, for GCF, LCM, Factoring
Do you use the ladder method in middle school or elementary math, to find GCF, LCM, or for any other math concepts? If you haven’t
Include More Daily Math Review in Middle School
Use the Date for Daily Math Review and Math Thinking in Middle and Upper Elementary Classes
Why I’m Not Teaching Decimal Operation Rules
Teaching Decimal Operation Rules There are rules for adding and subtracting decimals. There are rules for multiplying and dividing decimals. For years math teachers have
Playing Exponent War: An Exponent Activity for 6th Grade Math
Encourage Math Discussion With This Exponent Activity for 6th Grade Math An Exponent Activity for 6th Grade or Middle School Math Class Are you looking
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!
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