Word walls are alive. They are dynamic features of our classrooms that our students constantly and consistently use. Their existence fosters ownership and independence. Yet, creating a functional word wall is not as simple as ... Read More
How Student Math Journals Will Change the Way You Teach
What if I told you there was a strategy that would revolutionize your math assessments? It involves no extra time and NO testing. Plus, it unlocks the answers to your biggest questions around math thinking. Let me introduce you to ... Read More
How I Use My Calendar to Support My Morning Math Routine
Math is everywhere. Including our morning routine-- or what I like to call it: my morning math routine. As teachers, we don’t always have the luxury of planning out our own schedules. Many of us have a certain amount of time ... Read More
FREE Number Talks
First grade teachers, access 20 FREE Number Talk Prompts to enhance your place value unit and get your students engaged in conversation.
3 Must-Have Visual Supports for Literacy Centers
Ready to see how visual supports can revitalize your literacy block? Imagine this: you are in your classroom working with a guided reading group, and all around you your students are actively engaged in independent literacy centers. ... Read More
5 Must-Have Math Manipulatives for Third Grade Classrooms
You all know I live for math manipulatives. And today I'm here to share my five favorite, must-have math manipulatives for third grade! Our students are never too old for manipulatives, and third graders are no exception. In my ... Read More
5 Must-Have Math Manipulatives for Second Grade Classrooms
Teaching Second Grade math might be one of my favorite parts of being an educator. Second graders make BIG JUMPS in math! But, they need tools to make those jumps successfully. I learned that second grade math manipulatives were ... Read More
