Effective Ways to Teach the Constant of Proportionality
Teaching proportional relationships can feel tricky for our seventh graders. Thatās where the constant of proportionality comes in. This concept gives our students the key
Math Wheels for Note-taking?
Teaching the Properties of Addition and Multiplication in 3rd Grade
Introducing the properties of addition and multiplication in 3rd grade can feel like a big step. It’s one of the first times we present students
Differentiating Math Instruction: Keeping Advanced Students Challenged and Engaged
Hearing āthis is too easy!ā from students in your math class can feel like a double-edged sword. On one hand, itās great that theyāre confident.
4 Activities for Teaching Area and Perimeter Concepts With Ease
If youāve ever taught area and perimeter, you know how easily our students mix them up. One moment, theyāre confidently adding up all the sides
10 Innovative Ways to Use Middle School Math Task Card Activities
Looking for some fresh, fun, and engaging activities to use in your math classroom? How about some ideas that don’t require hours of prepping? If
Math Differentiation: 5 Practical Approaches for Middle School
Do you remember what it was like in middle school? I certainly do. I recall sitting in math class, surrounded by my classmates. All of
Benefits of Math Centers: Fostering Growth in Middle School
In a previous post, Math Centers in Middle School, we took an exciting plunge into the world of using math centers in the middle school
Math Units: Innovative 6th Grade Curriculum for Teachers
Do you know what one of the most dreadful parts of teaching is? Opening your lesson plan book to plan for the week, month, or
Math Intervention Made Easy with Math Wheels
I am always on the lookout for activities I can use repeatedly so that my students can have a familiar resource to look back on.
How To Do Order Of Operations: An Extensive Guide For Teachers
As a math teacher, some concepts are easier to teach than others. Teaching students how to do order of operations is one of those concepts
Math Task Cards With a Twist – Print and Digital Truth or Dare!
Truth or Dare Game: Math Task Cards to Provide Self-Differentiation and Promote Discussion If you’re like me (and so many other teachers), you know that
Welcome to Cognitive Cardio Math! Iām Ellie, a wife, mom, grandma, and dog āmom,ā and Iāve spent just about my whole life in school! With nearly 30 years in education, I’ve taught:
- All subject areas in 4thĀ and 5thĀ 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!
