It was the turning point for me. I was sitting in a college teaching class, and the base ten blocks came out. The instructor proceeded to inform us how to teach subtraction with regrouping using base ten blocks. Though he was there to teach me how to teach a concept, he actually brought an understanding that hadn't happened in years of schooling. Math had never been my subject. I didn't understand it. Definitely couldn't do it in my head. And Keep Reading...
{FREE} Multiplication Facts Worksheets for Kids
One of the biggest concerns I hear from parents and teachers alike is, "My kids just don't know their multiplication facts." I get it! Learning all the multiplication facts from 1-12 is no small task and if you're trying to help your child or students learn them, it can feel like banging your head on a brick wall at times. If that's you, I'd encourage you to begin by building a solid understanding of what multiplication is and what it represents. Keep Reading...
{FREE} Multiplication Equation Search: Unique Challenge for Kids
As I finish up third grade with one of my kids, we're spending a little time daily working through and practicing multiplication facts. I want this fun though, not boring and monotonous! Sometimes we play a fun multiplication card game like this one, and other times I give them independent practice. I created this set of multiplication games for 3rd grade as a low-prep but engaging way to practice multiplication. These games are similar to word Keep Reading...
{FREE} Robot Long Division Practice for 4th Grade+
My oldest is incredible at math. Even new concepts rarely require more than a five-minute conversation and he is ready to go off and try it. And when he comes back, surprise, he has them all right. But we have finally found his Achilles heel. Long division. It is one of the few skills that we have had to spend extra time on, and go back and practice regularly. Even though long division can be long and tedious, I have wanted it to be fun for him. Keep Reading...
Adorable Equivalent Fractions Robot Puzzles {FREE}
Understanding equivalent fractions is an essential part of learning and understanding fractions. And today I have a fun way for kids to practice finding fractions that are equivalent: Equivalent fractions puzzles with adorable robots! *Please note: This post contains affiliate links which support the work of this site. Read our full disclosure here.* *This is a guest post from Rachel of You've Got This Math Before Using the Equivalent Keep Reading...
{FREE} Comparing Fractions Cut & Paste Practice with Visual Models
Giving five fractions to a child and saying, "Please put these in order from largest to smallest," can be quite daunting. But there are so many strategies that they can use to make it a little easier. One way is to start by just comparing two fractions, and another way is to have the children order fraction models. These simple comparing fractions cut and paste worksheets use visual models rather than just fractions, helping to support kids' Keep Reading...
{FREE} Get Them in Order: Comparing Fractions Game
For many kids, wrapping their head around fractions-what they are, what they represent, how they're used-is a huge challenge. And at first glance, comparing fractions makes no sense, because it seems to go against what they've been previously taught (bigger value=bigger number). In order to work with and compute with fractions, kids need to have a strong fraction sense, and this includes understanding how fractions compare to each other. This Keep Reading...
20+ FREE Math Games & Lessons for March {Grades K-5}
Are you planning out your math lessons and activities for the month of March? Well look no further! Today I'm excited to share a huge collection of freebies to help you make math fun all month long. This set of free math lessons and games will help you to review skills, celebrate Pi Day and have fun with St. Patrick's Day themed math. And best of all? There's something for everyone here in grades K-5. FREE Daily Math Practice & Keep Reading...
I Know My Shapes: FREE Shape Games for Kids
One of the earliest math concepts kids learn is shapes. Shapes are all around us and can be a really fun and easy way to show kids math in the real world. But even though we can introduce preschoolers to basic shape concepts doesn't mean that there's nothing more to explore as kids get older. So I hope this fun and free set of shape games for kids gives you some ideas to explore shapes and shape attributes more deeply. *Please Note: This Keep Reading...
{FREE} Convert Fractions to Decimals Game: Grades 4-6
Decimals and fractions are quite a struggle for so many of our students. One concept that is incredibly important though, that takes a lot of practice is converting fraction to decimals and vice versa. So when we use hands-on ways to teach these concepts it helps them to understand deeply. Then we can provide fun ways for them to practice. This convert fractions to decimals game is a great way to get in some fun practice! *Please Note: This Keep Reading...
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