How to Teach Mean Absolute Deviation
Have you ever had the moment when your students could find the mean, but then everything after falls apart? You might be watching your students
Math Wheels for Note-taking?
The Problem With Math Tricks and Shortcuts
You’re in the middle of a math lesson, and one of your students confidently blurts out, “Oh, I know a trick for this!” At first,
Everything You Need to Teach Ratios and Rates
I can still remember those nights when I would look at my pacing guide and realize my ratios unit was coming up next. My computer
Tips and Activities for Introducing Division Concepts in 3rd Grade
When introducing division in 3rd grade, it’s important to set a strong foundation that will help your students truly understand what division means, not just
Teaching Ratios and Proportions in the Middle School Math Classroom
Whether you’re prepping for a new school year or diving into some PD, this ratios and proportions professional development session is a goldmine for 6th
Teaching Ratios and Rates: Easy Strategies for 6th Grade Math
Teaching ratios and rates in 6th grade math doesn’t have to be intimidating. If you’re just getting started, this post has everything you need to
3 Ways to Find Greatest Common Factor and Finding GCF Word Problem
When you’re teaching the greatest common factor to 6th graders, it helps to have a clear structure and multiple methods at your fingertips. Whether you’re
Confidently Teach Multiplication and Division One Step Equations
If you’re getting ready to introduce multiplication and division one-step equations to your students, you’re teaching one of the most important building blocks in algebra.
How to Confidently Teach One Step Equations in 6th Grade Math
When your students first encounter one-step equations, it’s not just about solving simple problems. It’s about laying the groundwork for algebraic thinking. These equations teach
Everything You Need to Know About Teaching Unit Rates in 6th Grade
When I first started teaching unit rates to my 6th graders, I quickly realized just how many opportunities there were to connect this concept to
Tips for Teaching Ratios and Rates in 6th, 7th and 8th Grade Math
Are your students hitting a bit of a roadblock when it comes to wrapping their heads around ratios and rates? Need a fun and colorful
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
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!
