Finding Least Common Multiple: Methods That Actually Click With Kids
Teaching least common multiple methods can feel like you’re juggling three balls at once. This is especially true when you’re trying to help your students
Math Wheels for Note-taking?
Make Factoring Expressions Stick for Your Students
If factoring expressions ever felt like one of those math skills your students just don’t get right away, you’re not alone. With the right approach,
Finding the Least Common Multiple: Effective Teaching Ideas
When I was in the classroom, I was always on the lookout for ways to make math concepts more engaging. One topic that could sometimes
Three Ways to Use Prime Factorization in Middle School Math
Is it weird that I love using prime factorization?? Every year of teaching math, I have come to appreciate it more and more! Maybe it’s
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
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!
