We’ve previously explored great manipulatives for teaching fractions and in that blog post, I touched on pattern blocks. Pattern blocks are so versatile, but are underutilized in the realm of fraction instruction. Today, let’s dig ... Read More
10 Best Picture Books to Teach Fractions
It's time for a new installment of our Math Book Shelves! This time, we're diving into picture books to teach fractions. While students dip their toes into fractions in first and second grade, it really takes off in third grade. This ... Read More
Classifying 2D Shapes Across the Grade Levels
What’s a math teacher’s favorite tree? A geometree! There was simply no way to write this post without sharing my favorite geometry joke and I’ll tell you that it even makes the coolest 3rd graders laugh! (If you try it, let me ... 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.
The 10 BEST Books to Teach Geometry
You might have noticed the gradual shift to all things math around here because, well, I just LOVE talking to teachers about math. But if you've been with me for a while, you know one of my favorite strategies to teach a new concept is ... Read More
How Shortcuts in Math Lead to Shortcomings in Conceptual Math Development
I have never met a teacher who was not given an unreasonable amount of content to teach in a given year. Our pacing guides are rarely possible, and our curriculum almost always exceeds 180 days worth of learning. This is why it's very ... Read More
5 Questions to Ask Yourself about the Math Manipulatives You’re Using
Math manipulatives are essential tools in mathematics education, providing a hands-on approach to understanding complex concepts. However, their effectiveness relies heavily on how they are introduced and used in the classroom, as well ... Read More
