Engaging & Effective Activities for Teaching Geometry in 6th Grade
Teaching geometry was one of my favorite 6th grade units because it blends logic, creativity, and real-world applications. Something was exciting about seeing my students
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
Online Homeschool Math Games: Get Your Kids Excited About Math
If you’ve ever wondered how to make math lessons more exciting for your kids at home, you’re not alone! As a homeschool parent, you know
4 Engaging Early Finisher Activities Your Math Students Will Love
One of the biggest stressors for me in the classroom was coming up with solid early finisher activities. Early in my teaching career, I was
Math Help for Homeschooling Parents: How to Teach Fraction Operations
Fractions can be one of the most challenging topics to teach, especially when you’re guiding your child through them at home. It’s easy to feel
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
7 Ways to Practice Multiplication Facts in Middle School
One thing I quickly noticed when I started teaching was that my students arrived with varying levels of readiness. Some were ready to rock and
Probability Games and Activities for the Middle School Classroom
One of the trickiest math concepts I remember learning growing up was probability. Now, as a teacher, I find it just as tricky to teach.
ELA Review Game: Unveiling the Power of Truth or Dare
If you’re an ELA teacher like I have been, you understand the importance of keeping your middle school or upper elementary students actively engaged. From
Math Sub Plans Survival Guide: Navigating Unplanned Classes
You stroll into a classroom, ready to tackle the day’s math class as a substitute teacher, only to find. . . nothing. There’s no lesson
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
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
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