My children are so excited about Christmas. It actually started before Thanksgiving, since I try to get a feel for what they're wanting. (With a large family, I can't buy all our Christmas presents in one month!) This excitement has only continued as we've put up our tree, wrapped presents, and consumed all the sugar. (So much sugar this time of year!) Despite all the enthusiasm over this festive time of year, we still have some learning that Keep Reading...
{FREE} Multi-Digit Multiplication Worksheets for Fall
Helping kids understand and feel confident multiplying large numbers is a challenge. After teaching kids with visuals and hands on models, they need lots of practice. That's why I created this cute set of Pumpkin Patch multiplication pages. This variety of multi-digit multiplication worksheets covers several different skill levels, helping you to meet your kids where they are. Plus, allowing them to cut and paste makes it a little more engaging Keep Reading...
{FREE} Least Common Multiple Practice for Grades 4-6
It's crazy how connected math is. Often children struggle in higher math because they didn't fully grasp a concept from earlier years. Children probably aren't going to understand decimals without understanding what a fraction is. Can they grasp the concept of negative numbers and not have good number sense? What about adding fractions without common denominators when they don't know their multiplication times tables? Every lesson in math is an Keep Reading...
{FREE} Circus Themed Conversion Worksheets
Two-column tables. They seem like such a simple tool, but so much learning can happen when working with them. And today we are going to explore how and why to use two-column tables in math. These are especially useful for comparing units of measurement. These circus-themed conversion worksheets will help kids see the connections between different units of measure and standard and metric conversions. *Please Note: This posts may contain Keep Reading...
Add & Subtract Fractions Cut & Paste Activity {FREE}
I remember sitting in a classroom trying to subtract fractions with unlike denominators. There were so many steps. Finding the least common multiple, the equivalent fraction, subtracting and then simplifying. It was not easy for me, and to be honest I didn't have a clue what I was doing! In this post, I want to share simple tips and a fun add & subtract fractions activity to make this easier for you and your kids. *Please Note: This post Keep Reading...
Adding & Subtracting Decimals Partner Challenge {FREE!}
I we wrap up our series on adding & subtracting decimals, I'm excited to share not only a free practice activity with you, but also one of my favorite classroom teaching strategies, called a Pair-Share-Check. This adding & subtracting decimals partner activity is specifically designed to help kids practice in multiple ways and then to think about what strategies are the most useful to them. So I hope this proves to be a useful tactic in Keep Reading...
How to Teach Multiplication Facts That Stick {Review & Giveaway!}
One of the most common struggles I hear from parents and teachers is that kids still don't know their multiplication facts. Maybe you know this struggle all too well, especially if you teach 4th or 5th grade. At that point, you don't have time to teach multiplication, because you're required to teach division and fractions and decimals. Today I want to share some tips for building a solid foundation as well as a simple plan for how to teach Keep Reading...
Add & Subtract Decimals on a Number Line {FREE Printable Number Lines!}
Just like fractions, operations with decimals can be intimidating for kids when all they've ever known are whole numbers. But with some intentional teaching and strategies, we can help kids understand that the basic underlying principles are the same. Although this should probably not be a starting point (when addition & subtraction with decimals is new), number lines can be a fantastic aid and visual. Read on for how to add & subtract Keep Reading...
{FREE} Low Prep Place Value Mazes for Grades 3-5
Place value is such an important concept that should be taught to children in hands-on, concrete ways. And just because we are focusing on large numbers with older children, doesn't mean they don't need this extra practice and hands-on instruction. Today, we are jumping into adding 100's, 1,000's 10,000's and 100,000's to large numbers. These low prep place value mazes are the perfect way to focus on what each digit represents in these large Keep Reading...
Spin It! Multiplying Decimals Game for Kids {FREE}
Are your kids ready to tackle decimal operations? Multiplying decimals and dividing with decimals is certainly a challenge. But it doesn't have to be a source of frustration and tears! With this simple game, kids can practice multiplying whole numbers by decimals, dividing whole numbers by decimals and so much more. And with the addition of a fidget spinner, your kids are sure to love this multiplying decimals game! *Please Note: This post Keep Reading...
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