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Mathematical Representations Series Part 2: Visual Representation

Welcome back to our deep dive into mathematical representations! Today, I'm really excited to talk about visual representations and the WIDE variety we may see from our students. First, let's do a three-sentence recap of this series so ... Read More

Mathematical Representations Series Part 1: Concrete Representation

I know I often talk about different math topics and skills, but today I want to enter into a discussion about how we represent those skills. Representations are how our brain communicates mathematical thoughts and concepts. The one we ... Read More

Top 8 Classroom Storage Ideas for Elementary Classrooms

Ever been overwhelmed by a stack of papers or a pile of math manipulatives that just can’t seem to find a good home? I’m right there with you. If you've been here a while, you might have noticed that I find inner peace when everything ... Read More

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How to Launch a Guided Math Model in 3 Easy Steps

You’ve decided to take the plunge into Guided Math - congratulations! But...now what? Tips for how to launch a guided math model is one of my most requested topics. And, friends, I get it. When I first started guided math in my ... Read More

Guided Math Questions Answered Series: What is the Rest of My Class Doing?

Welcome back to my Guided Math Questions Answered Series! In case you've missed it, I'm taking a few weeks to answer your BIGGEST questions about Guided Math. Today's question is all about logistics and classroom management: What is ... Read More

5 Summer Children’s Books to Inspire Learning

Children's literature has you covered no matter what you need from a story. Picture books make students laugh, bring classrooms together, and open our minds to new worlds and perspectives. So, as the days grow longer and the weather ... Read More

hello I'm Jillian

I’m so happy you’re here. I want every child to feel confident in their math abilities, and that happens when every teacher feels confident in their ability to teach math.

In my fifteen years of teaching, I sought every opportunity to learn more about teaching math. I wanted to know HOW students develop math concepts, just like I had been taught how students learn to read. I want every teacher to experience the same math transformation I did, and have the confidence to teach any student that steps foot in their classroom. I’m excited to be alongside you in your math journey!