Comparing fractions is a BIG step up from simply identifying fractions and partitioning shapes. We are now asking students to look at two different written fractions and use comparing language like greater than, less than, or equal to. ... Read More
Teaching Fractions through One Whole
Teaching fractions in third grade is one of my favorite times of the year, but it can also be REALLY hard! Moving on from unit fractions to understanding fractions through one whole is a huge jump, so I wanted to share some of my ... Read More
Unit Fractions Center Games and Activities in 3rd Grade
Have you ever tried teaching unit fractions to third graders? It can be such an abstract concept for some, so giving them as much visual, hands-on practice in my math centers is a MUST! Today I wanted to share a few student ... 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.
20 Poetry Books for Kids to Celebrate Poetry Month
National Poetry Month is just about here, which has me thinking about my favorite poetry books that always get my students as excited about poetry as I am. It took me a while to unlock the “secrets” of teaching and using poetry in my ... Read More
5 Ways to Use Phonics Poems
File this one under, “Why didn’t anyone tell me sooner?” In my first few years of teaching, I had no idea that poetry (specifically phonics poems) could become such a versatile component of my literacy instruction. Don’t ... Read More
3 Mistakes Teachers Make Using Graphic Organizers (FREEBIE)
I love graphic organizers. I use them for reading, writing, math and anywhere else I can fit them in. Graphic organizers are a great tool to help students make connections between concepts, organize their thoughts, and internalize ... Read More
