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
Math Wheels for Note-taking?
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
Casting Out Nines
A Fun Way to Check Multiplication Problems How often have you gone to a conference and been super excited by what a speaker shared? Has
Problem Solving Math Wheels
Problem solving in math, or tackling word problems in math can be challenging for students, whether they’re in early elementary, upper elementary, middle school, or
Percent of a Number Math Wheel
Teaching Percent of a Number in Middle School Math What method do you use for teaching percent of a number concepts in middle school math?
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!
