Teaching the Types of Triangles with Math Wheel Magic!
Have you noticed how triangles can be a bit of a math maze for our students? I mean, equilateral, isosceles, scalene – it’s like they’ve
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 Talk Sparks Success: Middle School Learning in Focus
Whether you are a well-versed teacher or just starting out, you know that middle schoolers love to talk—a lot. Like L O V E to
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.
7th Grade Math Magic: Unlocking Potential With Math Wheels
Have you ever wondered what goes on in the minds of 7th graders when it comes to math? Seventh grade is an exciting time filled
6th Grade Math: Mastering Through the Magic of Math Doodle Wheels
Teaching 6th grade can be amazing, but it can also be stressful to figure out how to engage 6th graders in their learning. The “too
5th Grade Math Success with Math Wheels
You likely know me as a middle school math teacher. But before that, I taught both 4th grade and 5th grade math. I always thought
Math Wheels: Ultimate Companion For Math Notes in 4th Grade
When I was a student, many of my notes were written out by hand or fill-in-the-blank. My mind would wander a little when taking notes,
How to Make End of Year Math Activities Unforgettable
You are almost at the finish line! The school year is winding down and you’ve got check marks next to all those standards you were
Teaching Fractions with the Ultimate Fraction Toolkit
“When are we ever going to use this in real life?” Don’t we all love this inevitable question during math class? Basically, it’s the math
Using Doodle Wheel Graphic Organizers for Math and ELA
Note-Taking in Upper Elementary and Middle School How much do your math and ELA students love taking notes?! I’m guessing it is not their favorite
Teaching Divisibility Rules in Middle School Math
Teaching Divisibility Rules Do you teach divisibility rules in your middle school math classes? I’ve always enjoyed teaching divisibility rules, and my 6th grade math
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