The Most Effective Way to Teach Fraction Operations
Let’s face it, fractions show up every year at every grade level. Gathering all the right information and materials for teaching fraction operations can feel
Math Wheels for Note-taking?
Teaching Angles and Angle Relationships in the Middle School Math Classroom
Understanding angle relationships can feel like discovering a secret code to geometry for our students! It’s all about how different angles connect, complement, and sometimes
Engaging and Effective 8th Grade Math Worksheets
I absolutely loved teaching middle schoolers! They’re at that stage where they’re eager to be grown up but still have that wonderful kid energy. When
4 Types of Middle School Math Worksheets Your Students Will Love
It’s easy for math class to feel bogged down when worksheets are overused. I get it. Worksheets sometimes get a bad rap. But over my
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
7 Ways to Practice Multiplication Facts in Middle School
One thing I quickly noticed when I started teaching was that my students arrived with varying levels of readiness. Some were ready to rock and
Using Number Lines in Math Class with Middle Schoolers
I’m a huge fan of giving our students the right tools they need to succeed. I believe they’re never too old to use them! When
Tips and Activities to Teach How to Combine Like Terms
I love teaching students how to combine like terms. Why? Because combining like terms is one of those math skills that makes the rest of
How to Teach Real Life Math Problem Solving Activities
Growing up, I vividly recall a moment when a classmate questioned our teacher about the relevance of a math concept. You know the questions he
How to Teach Problem of the Week in Middle School Math
Do you ever find yourself wanting to shake things up with your math class warm-up? Well, that’s exactly where I found myself at one point
Using Math Anchor Charts and Bulletin Boards to Empower Students
In the bustling world of teaching, I often marvel at the dedication of educators who draw detailed anchor charts. I admit I’ve fallen down the
How to Teach 6th Graders Algebraic Expressions with Math Wheels
Teaching algebraic expressions to middle schoolers has been a journey. One thing that stood out was the jungle of vocabulary words. It’s easy for students
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!
