Subtraction facts can be tricky for students to memorize. That is why subtraction mental math strategies are so important for students. Even if students forget the subtraction fact in the moment, they can use a mental math strategy to find the answer quickly and...
When it comes to choosing elementary classroom expectations you want to choose ones that will set you up for a successful school year. You want to set them in a way that builds classroom community and helps with behavior management. That is why today I’m sharing...
Starting a new school can be a fun and exciting time both for students and teachers. I try to make my new class feel like family. And I start that day one of school with a class word search. Check out how I fit these class word search activities in my first week of...
Spring Math Activity Season themed math activities help students practice important math concepts in a fun and engaging way. That is why I love my students to do this spring math activity. It is actually a craft. It gets students math practice as well as fine...
Once students are using addition mental strategies with math facts, you know they are well on their way to math fact mastery. Addition mental strategies are a step beyond counting strategies. Students are not using their fingers or number lines. They use reasoning and...
Towards the end of the school year, my students need an exciting change. That is why I love to do an ABC Countdown to Summer. Actually last year was the first year I did this and my students loved it. But… It took me a lot of time coming up with ideas and...
Having students fluently add and subtract within 20 can be a big standard for 2nd grade students. After years of teaching, I have found 3 helpful tips when helping students master this common core standard. But first… If you’re a parent who has a child...
Example of Game Based Learning Today I’m sharing the best example of game based learning for math facts because when students are drilled with timed tests and flashcards to learn math facts, it is not very meaningful or motivating for students....
This St. Patrick’s day math activity is so fun for students. When you bring in month themed activities into your classroom, it helps keep students interested and engaged. St. Patrick’s Day Math Activity For this St. Patrick’s Day math activity you...
Subtraction can be tricky for students. I like to teach my students the counting back strategy because it helps them solve any subtraction math fact with ease. It takes out the fear of subtraction with students. Plus as students continue to practice with the counting...
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