Middle School Math Games Your Students Will Love
One of my favorite ways to make math practice more exciting for my students is by turning it into a game. We know our students
Engaging and Effective Ways to Teach Reading and Writing Decimals
Teaching upper elementary students the ins and outs of reading and writing decimals can feel like a challenge sometimes! Who knew that little dot held
Using Math Wheel Notes in Upper Elementary and Middle School
Math wheel notes presentation:
If you’re looking for an engaging way for your students to take math notes, you’re in the right place!
Fun & Engaging Holiday Math Activities
Every time a holiday rolls around, I can feel a shift in my students’ energy levels. They get so excited about the festivities that keeping
Homeschool Math Resources You Don’t Want to Miss
When it comes to homeschool math, having a reliable source of effective resources can make a world of difference. As homeschooling families, you’re always looking
Conquering the Fraction Division Challenge
I love it when my students struggle! OK – before you think I am a cold-hearted teacher I’m not talking about that kind of struggle.
How to Teach Area of Quadrilaterals and Triangles in the Upper Elementary Classroom
Are your students finding themselves in a maze of confusion when trying to find the area of quadrilaterals and triangles? I’ve got an exciting and
Teaching the Types of Triangles with Math Wheel Magic!
Have you noticed how triangles can be a bit of a math maze for our students? I mean, equilateral, isosceles, scalene – it’s like they’ve
Grammar Instruction: the Potential of ELA Wheels / Doodle Notes
Grammar instruction is a crucial part of language learning. Let’s be honest, it can be a bit of a struggle for many students. Those grammar
5th Grade Math Success with Math Wheels
You likely know me as a middle school math teacher. But before that, I taught both 4th grade and 5th grade math. I always thought
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
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