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...
Candy Corn Math: Hands On Activities {With FREE Printables}
I will admit it, I have a deep love of candy corn. It's really a huge blessing that it's only available for a short time each fall, because otherwise my health and weight would suffer. And so, since candy corn is such a special treat, and I obviously needed an excuse to buy it the second it hit the shelves, I had to combine it with learning for some fun, hands on candy corn math. Because how else can you justify buying the giant bag from Sam's Keep Reading...
Simple Pi Day Art Project {Free Printable!}
Pi Day is my favorite day of the year to really geek out and try to encourage an excitement about math in my kids. To me, it's not just an opportunity to learn about circles or the number pi, but a chance to be curious and see how math is all around us. This year we created a fun, yet simple Pi Day art project. *Please Note: This post contains affiliate links which help support the work of this site. Read our full disclosure here.* Over the Keep Reading...
Measuring Angles Activity: Simple and Fun Puzzle Set {FREE}
Even though I taught (and LOVE) Algebra, there's one thing that I will always love about Geometry: it's hands-on and visual. I do realize Algebra can be hands-on and visual too, and I tried to teach it that way. But there is something much more obviously visual and tangible about Geometry. And I think this makes it fun! So if you're looking for a fun, engaging Geometry resource for 4th grade or 5th grade, you will love this measuring angles Keep Reading...
Let’s Convert: Easy Metric Conversions Game
Ready for another fun and easy math card game? Everyday this week I'm share super simple games that you can use any time you need extra practice with important skills. Learning math facts does not have to be boring! Today's game is especially low-prep: all you need is a deck of cards and you're ready to practice metric conversions. While we don't typically use the metric system in the U.S., this is still an important skill because it will Keep Reading...
Measuring Dinosaurs: Engaging Measuring Activity for Kids!
Measuring is one of those early math skills that is incredibly important to learn and practice. It must be precise if you are hanging something on the wall, or building something, or needing dimensions. Recently we were given a Scanorama science book to review, and I used it as a springboard for a fun, hands on measuring activity with my kids! *Please Note: I received this book free of charge and was compensated for my time in writing this Keep Reading...
Weekly Math Freebie Round Up!
Welcome to the weekly round up of the best math teaching resources from around the web! Each week, find a collection of free lessons, games and worksheets for grades K-12. Do you have a fun and FREE math resource to share with other educators? Send me a link so I can share it here! Kindergarten-2nd Grade: I love this adorable number recognition game from This Reading Mama! Learning the numbers beyond 10 can be so tricky for some kids. Keep Reading...
Weekly Math Freebie Round Up!
Welcome to the weekly collection of FREE math teaching resources here at Math Geek Mama! Each week I share the best lessons, games and ideas I can find for teaching math in grades K-12. Have a fun and FREE resource to share with other educators? Send me a link so I can share it here! Kindergarten-2nd Grade: Some of my friends shared more great math resources for K-2 this week: 4 Measurement Games from This Reading Mama Coin Keep Reading...
Weekly Math Freebie Round Up
Welcome to the weekly round up of FREE math teaching resources! Every week I share my favorite finds from around the web for math educators. Something for grades K-12! Have a fun math teaching resource to share? Send me a link so I can check it out! :) Kindergarten-2nd Grade: This post over at Homeschool Giveaways is full of tons of fun resources for teaching and practicing place value! Several free printables, and some cute videos. I Keep Reading...
Learning About 3D Shapes with Atmosflare 3D Pen
I've recently been reviewing and exploring shapes with my daughter. At 7 years old, she knows the names and attributes of basic shapes, so we've been working on understanding them more deeply, and especially seeing how we can break apart and put together shapes to form new ones. As part of this exploration, we've looked at several different 3D shapes and talked about the shapes of the faces. There are lots of fun ways to teach and explore 3D Keep Reading...
