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Math Wheels for Note-taking?

Classroom Management Strategies That Work

Managing a middle school classroom has never been easy. In the last few years, it feels like the challenges have only grown. Our students are

Creative Math Activities You Can Make for Your Classroom

Have you ever stumbled across a math activity that seemed like the perfect fit for your students, only to realize it needed just a little

If you are teaching problem solving in your middle school classroom, then you have got to check out this post! I share all of my best resources and blog posts for helping you to teach problem solving skills in your math classroom.

Teaching Problem Solving in the Middle School Classroom

I love teaching problem solving to my middle schoolers! By this stage in their math journey, they’ve already laid a foundation. Now, I get to

Looking for a new teacher guide that will help you navigate the first days of school as a new middle school teacher? This post has you covered with ideas for establishing routines, engaging your middle school math students and more!

New Middle School Teacher Guide to the First Days of School

When I first started my teaching career, I felt a loss at what to do with the first weeks of school. I had ideas and

Use these fun and creative fall activities to enhance learning for middle schoolers this year.

Enhance Learning With Fall Activities for Middle School Students

I love to call the beginning of fall the sweet spot of that first quarter of school. At that point, you and your students have

Kick off your school year on the right foot with these fun and exciting middle school icebreakers your students will love.

Middle School Icebreakers for the Start of the School Year

The first week of the school year at the middle school level is always fascinating to witness. I’m busy trying to learn all of my

Listen to this inspiring and empowering teaching podcast full of helpful information and relatable content to help you not only survive but thrive as a middle school teacher.

Teaching Podcast To Inspire and Empower Educators

Some days, it feels like I’m on a perpetual sprint, racing from one thing to another. I have music playlists, and I sing to my

Use these problem solving skills for middle schoolers to help your kiddos tackle the challenges of junior high no matter the subject.

5 Ways to Practice Problem Solving Skills in Middle School

If you’ve been teaching or around middle schoolers very long then it will not surprise you to hear that their brains are still developing. I’m

Use these behavior management tips to survive the last few months of the year and make it a great experience for you and your students.

Behavior Management Tips for the Last Few Months of the School Year

I can spot it on the horizon! Yep, the end of the school year is just around the bend. We’re almost there! But before we

Help your middle schoolers tackle test-taking anxiety with these creative test-taking strategies featuring the popular math doodle wheel.

How to Teach Test-Taking Strategies to Middle Schoolers

Ever felt like you’ve crammed for a test only to freeze up when it’s time actually to take it? It’s like, your brain’s on vacation

Use the power of truth or dare to engage your students in a review game featuring ELA concepts in a fun way they will love.

ELA Review Game: Unveiling the Power of Truth or Dare

If you’re an ELA teacher like I have been, you understand the importance of keeping your middle school or upper elementary students actively engaged. From

Unlock the power of doodle wheel notes with these fun figurative language doodle wheels your students will love.

Figurative Language Doodle Wheels: Unlocking Literary Magic

Do your students struggle with figurative language? If you answered ‘yes’, you are not alone. While some figurative language elements are pretty easy to pick

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 4^th and 5^th 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!