Yawning, heads down, staring off into space. No, this isn’t just teachers in professional development. Our students struggle to stay engaged and attentive every single day. Sometimes it may feel like we have to do jumping jacks in a clown suit to keep their attention. And, even then, they will
I’ve often heard teachers ask, “How can I make writing more engaging for my students?” Writing can be challenging, which is why it’s a common pain point for many learners. For teachers, writing instruction requires a delicate balance of providing guidance and offering constructive feedback. Here are some straightforward strategies
Teaching singular and plural nouns is essential for building strong reading and writing foundations. But, with so many rules and those tricky irregular nouns, changing a noun from singular to plural can be challenging. These steps to teaching singular and plural nouns will ensure your students are working towards mastering
Learning math facts is essential for students to develop fluency and confidence. Here are 4 common fact fluency problems and solutions. Problem #1: They are struggling to learn the basics. Many students struggle with learning basic math facts. This problem is often due to a lack of fluency, or the
Learning math facts can be a challenge, but with these exciting tools, math fact practice can be engaging and hands-on! These 5 must-have tools are the perfect way to get students’ brains buzzing while they practice those important equations. Dice My first and favorite manipulative for math fact practice is
Have you ever felt overwhelmed thinking about what activities you can leave for a substitute teacher when you have to be out of the classroom? It’s so stressful trying to come up with hands-off lessons for the sub but still engaging and educational for the students. Well, have I got
Tired of the same old flashcard routine? Let’s breathe new life into your fact fluency activities! Learn innovative ways to make flashcard practice engaging, effective, and easy to implement. In this post, I’ll share practical strategies for building a toolbox that transforms flashcards into an effective tool for strengthening math
Task cards, like many other teaching resources, have gone digital! And there are many different ways to utilize them in your math block and beyond. Read to the end to snag your free copy of these 2 Digit Addition Word Problem Interactive Task Cards! # 1″I do” Part of the
Deciding on name tags is such a big deal! For teachers, finding the right way to label students’ desks can make a significant difference in classroom management and student engagement. Traditional name plates can be cumbersome, easily damaged, or simply uninspiring. Fortunately, there are innovative and practical alternatives that can
Planning for the beginning of the year is so important for setting the tone in your classroom. For my first 3 math lessons of the school year, I ask myself “What do I want to communicate about what is valued in our classroom in this subject area?“ In math, I
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