Math Review Games for Parents to Empower Their Learners
Every summer kids face the loss of learning known as the summer slide. As parents, we don’t want our kids moving backward. The good news
Math Wheels for Note-taking?
Color by Number Activities in 7th Grade: Mindfulness Made Easy
Life can get pretty chaotic, can’t it? It’s not just us adults who feel the weight of stress. Our amazing 7th graders are right in
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
How To Do Order Of Operations: An Extensive Guide For Teachers
As a math teacher, some concepts are easier to teach than others. Teaching students how to do order of operations is one of those concepts
Preventing the Summer Slide: How to Keep Middle School Students Sharp in Math
Summer break can be an excellent opportunity for middle school students to rest and recharge. However, it can also lead to a phenomenon known as
The Best Ways to Teach Multiplying Decimals
Math can be really intimidating for learners at all levels. Intimidation often leads to mental roadblocks, and those mental roadblocks lead to math amnesia and
Can Big Kids Love Color by Number Math Activities?
As teachers, I think we all have a common goal: make learning fun so that our students are engaged in the work and enjoy the
The Ultimate Guide to End of Year Test Prep for Middle School Math
Once spring break hits, it’s a downhill race to summer. However, we have some obstacles on the road to our final destination. One of those
Middle School Math Task Cards – A Powerful Tool For Active Learning
Keeping middle school students engaged in learning just might be one of the million-dollar questions from middle school teachers everywhere! If you are feeling the
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
9 Quick and Easy Valentine’s Day Math Activities
Do you need a few engaging and easy-prep Valentine’s Day math activities? I’ve got 9 ideas for you! I don’t usually do holiday activities unless
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!
