Have you ever heard your students say, “Ugh, why do I have to write about how I solved the math problem?” If students can TELL you what they did to solve the problem, they can WRITE about it. It seems like a daunting task to get students writing, but step by step you can do it. This blog post is… Read More
Teaching Fractions in Upper Elementary – Fraction Frenzy!
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
Multiplication Mayhem – Teaching Multiplication Strategies the Easy Way
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