Multiplying & Dividing with Unknowns
In third grade one of the biggest mathematical goals is for students to master their multiplication and division basic facts within 100....
Equivalent Fractions
As I said in a previous blog Fractions in Third Grade, fractions are an abstract concept. I always start with concrete learning so that...
Fractions in Fifth Grade
I’m going to be honest, the first time I saw some of the “new methods” for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions I was...
Ugh! Fractions on a Number Line
Ugh! Number lines are tricky. Students always seem to have a difficult time understanding this concept. Here are some strategies and...
Fractions in Third Grade
There are so many incredible ways to teach fractions. Using manipulatives, visual models, number lines, and then of course the favorite...
Newsela
If you are looking for a way to infuse current events into the informational texts you introduce to students, then try out Newsela....
Physical vs. Human-Made Features
In third grade, the students learn the difference between physical features and human-made features. Learning begins with just looking at...
Google Maps in the Classroom
The moment students groan when a lesson is over and beg for more time makes my heart happy. Today interest was piqued and the students...
Book Recommendations
My classroom library is a very important part of my classroom. Over the years, I have either received or purchased nearly 300 books for...
Math Problem Solving Strategies
I know one of the most dreaded concepts in math is solving word problems. I remember growing up and groaning any time a teacher would...
