Connect learning with real life using projects and activities in upper elementary!
Fractions can be hard for students to learn and really understand. Make it a goal to help all students master fractions while they’re in your class. Using different approaches and lots of practice, students will become confident at working with fractions. Below are a few tips that helped students in my classroom master fractions. Master multiplication first (multiplication and division… Read More
Are your students having a tough time grasping multiplication? Do you find that your students are struggling to understand the basics? I’ve watched far too many students walk through the door of my classroom saying,”I hate math” or “math is my least favorite subject”, which just broke my heart. Math is near and dear to my heart and something that I… Read More
Students LOVE learning when they understand WHY they are learning what you are teaching them. Connecting learning to real life is essential to engage students in the classroom. I have had the most success connecting with even my most reluctant learners through the use of projects. The projects I use in my classroom integrate real life, technology, and the skills… Read More