To be completely honest, I used to dread it. Teaching multiplying mixed numbers by mixed numbers could become messy business. The steps were numerous, and one little mistake guarantees that the problem will be wrong. That all changed when I learned how to model multiplying mixed number by mixed numbers. This abstract concept now made sense to me, and I could help my children visualize it too. This once tedious process, became fun as we drew out Keep Reading...
Christmas Multiplication Challenge {FREE}
Today for my "12 Days of Christmas Printables" post, I want to share a fun and easy way to practice those multiplication facts. This cool multiplication game is a little bit different because rather than requiring kids to solve the multiplication problem, they have to give the missing factor. This is a great way to reinforce their knowledge of the multiplication tables, increase fluency, as well as prepare them for division. Plus, there are Keep Reading...
Simple Strategy to Teach Multi-Digit Multiplication
Your student is sitting at the dining room table. He’s supposed to be doing his math assignment. Instead, he’s doodling his hate for the subject in the margins. He’s already tried multiplying 52x28 but keeps getting the wrong answer. You’ve tried explaining it. Multiple times. But to no avail. He has given up and you’re about ready to join him. You start thinking, maybe it’s not that important. Maybe I should just get out the Keep Reading...
October Problem of the Day Calendar {FREE}
The leaves are falling and my kids are ready for all things pumpkin! I love this time of year so much, and I think I'm as excited as they are about picking out and decorating pumpkins as they are (and maybe enjoying a pumpkin spice latte!). I'm also excited to share my pumpkin-themed math problem of the day calendar for October! If you're looking for easy, no prep daily math review, look no further my friend. *Please Note: Some of the links Keep Reading...
Weekly Math Freebie Round Up
Welcome to the weekly collection of fun and free math teaching resources! Each week I share my favorite teaching resources from around the web for grades K-12. Do you have a great freebie that other educators would love? Send me a link so I can share it here! :) Kindergarten-2nd Grade: I love these cute counting and counting on cards from Playdough to Plato! My daughter loves anything that allows her to draw and interact, so I know she Keep Reading...
Fun Multiplication Worksheets that Build Conceptual Understanding
Are you looking for ways to help your kids not only master the times tables, but really understand the why behind multiplication? The following multiplication worksheets are not just intended to help kids practice their facts, they will help them understand different representations of multiplication and have fun increasing fact fluency! Plus, they are simple and low prep for you, making it a win-win for everyone! Read on to find tons of fun Keep Reading...
Multiplication Card Game the Whole Family Will Love
One of the most frequent questions I receive from parents is, "How can I help my child learn their multiplication facts and make it fun?" This is a valid question! Though I am a huge advocate for conceptual, inquiry based math instruction, I also believe that fluency is important. Knowing the multiplication tables forwards and backwards will set kids up for success and less frustration in higher levels of math. But that doesn't mean hours of Keep Reading...
September Problem of the Day Calendar
I can hardly believe I'm saying this, but August is almost over. And if you haven't already gone back to school, you will be soon! We had a wonderful break from the normal routines this Summer, but I always look forward to cooler weather and the fresh start that Fall brings. To help you get back into a routine and practice important math skills, I'm excited to share my newest math calendar! This September Problem of the Day Calendar can be used 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...
August Math Problem of the Day Calendar
Are you gearing up for back to school yet? Around here they're starting back on August 3, which seems crazy early to me! But whether you're ready to go back or not, I want to share a fun and free resource with you: the August Problem of the Day Calendar! I'm so excited to share the newest calendar, and I hope you will find this to be a great resource for your home or classroom. This calendar is such a simple way to review important math concepts Keep Reading...
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