Let’s talk about reading comprehension in your math classroom. You may not think it’s important or relevant to teaching math, but I’m here to convince… Read More »Why Teaching Reading Comprehension in Math is Essential for Solving Word Problems
I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again. quality over quantity. I am on a mission to help other teachers make their math assessments… Read More »How to Seamlessly Add Critical Thinking Questions to Any Math Assessment
Desmos has some incredibly innovative activities for pre algebra students. It is my go to website for planning the day before a break, emergency sub… Read More »Top 10 Desmos Activities for Pre Algebra
I’d argue that factoring trinomials is the largest and most challenging unit in the Algebra 1 curriculum. There are many steps for solving the more… Read More »10 Student Approved Activities for Factoring Trinomials Every Math Teacher Needs
It’s no secret that student engagement is at an all time low. It’s so easy to get your hands on information these days it feels… Read More »The Easiest Way to Use Math Stations to Teach Problem Solving
I always tell my students that if there’s anything I want them to remember from Algebra 1 when they get to Algebra 2 it’s polynomial… Read More »10 Low-prep Polynomial Operations Activities Every Algebra 1 Classroom Needs
Like the age-old saying goes “you can lead a horse to water, but you can’t force it to drink”. That’s how it feels a lot… Read More »4 Proven Study Strategies to Help Your Students Ace Every Math Test
One of the parts of teaching that I struggled with the most early in my career was how to make the most of my paraprofessionals. … Read More »5 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Special Education Paraprofessionals
Retakes and reassessments are a hot topic in public schools today. Many districts and schools are making reassessments mandatory, which opens a huge can of… Read More »6 No Stress Ways to Structure Reassessments for High School Math
In this blog post, we’re dissecting grading strategies and math rubrics for summative assessment that will ensure your students are set up for success.
When I think about the skills I want my students to have by the time they graduate, the importance of teaching collaboration is one of… Read More »5 Ways Teaching Collaboration Can Transform Your Math Classroom
The level of apathy towards math is only increasing as each year passes and it’s up to us as teachers to make math class more… Read More »20 Math Critical Thinking Questions to Ask in Class Tomorrow