Activities for Teaching the Volume of a Cone, Cylinder and Sphere in 8th Grade
Through my years of teaching, I quickly discovered that the more interactive I could make learning about volume, the better. Volume can be intimidating for
Math Wheels for Note-taking?
Effective Activities for Teaching Factors, Prime, and Composite Numbers
What goes through your head when you hear the words ‘factors’, and ‘prime and composite numbers’? If you are like many math teachers, there’s probably
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
Engaging and Effective 8th Grade Math Worksheets
I absolutely loved teaching middle schoolers! They’re at that stage where they’re eager to be grown up but still have that wonderful kid energy. When
Teaching Problem Solving in the Middle School Classroom
I love teaching problem solving to my middle schoolers! By this stage in their math journey, they’ve already laid a foundation. Now, I get to
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
Effective Note-Taking Strategies to Use in the Math Classroom
There’s been a shift towards making note-taking more interactive by moving away from those endless pages of notes. I’m thrilled about this change because traditional
Math Wheel Questions Answered to Help You Get Started
You know I love using math wheels as a tool in my classroom. And. . . I’ve gotten great feedback from lots of you about
Master 3rd Grade Math Concepts and More With Math Wheels
As students enter third grade, they make a transition that includes learning how to learn. They are no longer considered “primary” students and the rigor
How To Tell If Executive Function Skills Impact Math Performance
Throughout my years of teaching, especially in math, I’ve seen my share of students struggling. We want our students to be challenged but within reason.
How to Help Easily Distracted Students by Using Math Wheels
As a teacher, you already know just how fast-paced the curriculum is. The demands placed on teachers and students seem to grow every year. With
How to Teach Exponents in Middle School with Math Wheels
Teaching exponents is a personal highlight for me. However, I noticed that my middle school students struggled to grasp the concept. I turned to my
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!
