Do your kids struggle with math? Are they convinced they can't do it? Use these simple math mindset reflection pages to capture their thoughts and attitudes at the beginning of the year. Then see how they grow by the end of the year. If you teach little ones, hopefully the beginning of the year is full of excitement, wonder and possibility about the year ahead. But if you teach older kids, especially those who have struggled with math in the Keep Reading...
{FREE} Middle School Back to School Math Challenge
Looking for a unique middle school back to school math activity to engage your students? This challenge can be easily adapted for kids in grades 6-8 or even high school and makes a great 'math about me' activity. When it comes to the first days of school, I don't like to waste time on non-math things. But those first few days are so important for establishing community, setting expectations and helping your students to envision what math class Keep Reading...
Math About Me: By the Numbers
Find a simple and low-prep way to ease your students back into a math routine with this "math about me" challenge for kids. There are 3 different levels, making it easy to find the right fit for your kids in grades 2-6! Although the first few days of school have to include things like procedures, schedules, and learning routines and expectations, you should also try to fit in time for fun. Setting the tone for your year and helping establish Keep Reading...
Weekly Math Freebie Round Up
Welcome to the weekly round up of FREE math teaching resources and games! Every week I share my favorite freebies from around the web for grades K-12. Finding engaging math resources doesn't have to be a challenge! Check back each week for more! Do you have a fun and engaging math freebie to share with other educators? Send me a link so I can share it here! Kindergarten-2nd Grade: If you're not familiar with the site, K5Learning, Keep Reading...