Introducing kids to multiplication and division can be difficult. All kids have known is counting and addition, so helping them make the transition from counting one by one to then adding fluently to then multiplying fluently takes time and patience and lots of practice. There are so many ways to do this, but today I want to focus on multiplication and division with LEGO bricks. Most kids LOVE building with these tiny blocks, and so they find it Keep Reading...
Multiplication Coloring Pages: Easy Practice for Kids {FREE}
Even though everyone needs a break during the summer, fun and informal learning should still continue. Our summer learning tends to revolve around the computer. I find a learning program that will have them practice their math and reading skills in a fun way. This year I have one other goal for my oldest kiddo. He has mastered skip counting, but can only solve multiplication problems by skip counting. When you are solving three-digit Keep Reading...
100 Math Ideas for the 100th Day of School
Celebrating the 100th day of school just begs for fun, engaging, out of the box math activities. I mean, it's the number 100! You can count things, explore, estimate, read good books, and so on and so on. Whenever you reach this momentous day with your kiddos, celebrate by taking a break from your normal, everyday math routine and explore the number 100 in 100 different ways! Ok, maybe don't try all 100 at once, but you're bound to find at least Keep Reading...
100th Day of School STEM Activities for K-6 {FREE!}
Are you quickly approaching your 100th day of school? This is a fun and exciting milestone in the school year, and for the first time as a homeschool mom I'm celebrating with my kids. I've been gathering tons of fun ideas to get out of our normal routine, while still learning important skills. I also created a STEM challenge especially for my kiddos who are in kindergarten, first grade and second grade because I wanted something they could all do Keep Reading...
Increase Fluency with Simple Math Dice Games Your Kids Will LOVE
My daughter keeps mixing up her addition facts with her subtraction facts with her multiplication facts. As a fifth grader, she’s responsible for all of it, including division. And her teacher this year is focused on speed along with accuracy. My daughter has to be able to know 8 + 8 and then 8 x 8, within five seconds of each other. Knowing math facts is important. But being able to switch between all the math properties is key to problem Keep Reading...
The Warlord’s Beads Extension Lessons {FREE Printable}
If you are a fan of the "Sir Cumference" storybooks from Cindy Neuschwander, you may be excited to read today's post! The Warlord's Series from Virginia Pilegard is similar in that each book teaches important math concepts. The difference is that these books take place in ancient China! This is a great opportunity to introduce kids to some of the history and culture of China, while exploring math. Plus, you can extend the learning even further Keep Reading...
Low Prep Fraction Coloring Pages with Twinderella {FREE}
Finding new and engaging ways to introduce kids to fractions can be challenging. But to really comprehend what fractions are, how they are represented and how to solve problems with fractions, kids need LOTS of exposure. So I was thrilled to hear about a new, adorable picture book for kids about fractions! Twinderella, from Corey Rosen Schwartz, is a super cute retelling of the classic fairy tale. Plus, she does a marvelous job of weaving in real Keep Reading...
How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin? Fall Estimation Fun!
Estimation is a tricky concept, and one that is often not covered at great length in school. And while I love teaching through the use of math story books, there are not a lot of resources that I've found that cover estimation. I do love, however, the book How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin, by Margaret McNamara. In this story, kids explore estimation as well as counting techniques, so I decided this was the perfect excuse for not only some pumpkin seed Keep Reading...
ShillerMath Review {Kit 1}
As a former math teacher with a passion for making math meaningful and accessible, I usually have no trouble teaching math to my own kids. I don’t struggle to know when to take a step back, how to introduce particular concepts or what methods are most effective. But spelling is a different story. I have no idea how to teach spelling. I mean, sure, I could come up with a list of words for my kids to memorize each week, but is that really the Keep Reading...
How to Teach Fractions {With Free Game Ideas}
One of the biggest fears homeschooling parents have when it comes to teaching their children math is...fractions. Fear not. Follow these steps for how to teach fractions and you will be on your way to a tear free fraction journey. Warning! No matter how old your student is, don't skip one of the steps. *Please Note: This post contains affiliate links which help support the work of this site. Read our full disclosure here.* This is a Keep Reading...
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