2019 HCTM Spring Math and Mingle

mathsmartspd April 2nd, 2019 Uncategorized 511 0

HCTM Spring Invitation Last call for all of our amazing teachers who would like to join us for the Math and Mingle event at Jackson’s Bistro! We have extended our deadline to RSVP till Friday, April 5th!! So grab a…

Subitizing, A funny name for a serious topic!

mathsmartspd July 8th, 2016 Math Grades K-2 1621 1

Subitizing comes from the Latin word for "suddenly" and refers to our ability to instantly see how many dots or objects exist in front of them. Without counting, are you able to instantly recognize what number you rolled when you…

Are Timed Tests Effective Tools for Teaching Fact Fluency?

mathsmartspd February 13th, 2015 Math Grades 3-5, Math Grades K-2 1182 0

"Drilling with out understanding is harmful. I'm not saying math facts aren't important. I'm saying math facts are best learned when we understand them and use them in different situations." Jo Boaler, Stanford University Read the trending article about her research…

Ten Frames – Why they are awesome!

mathsmartspd December 17th, 2014 Math Grades K-2 1531 0

Ten-frames are a simple graphic tool that allow children to "see" number values. They are used in Pre-K through 2nd grade to represent values, build an understanding of ten, relate ten to place value in numbers greater than ten, help…

A Different Angle on Basic Facts

mathsmartspd December 16th, 2014 Math Grades 3-5, Math Grades K-2 1270 0

Many kids who struggle to learn their basic facts often believe there are hundreds of facts to be learned because they do not understand the relationship between the facts and between the operations. A tool that can help students learn…

Adding from Left to Right? What’s up with That?

mathsmartspd November 3rd, 2014 Math Grades K-2 1123 0

As you all know there are many reasons to teach students different strategies and algorithms. We want our children to find the most efficient and accurate method that works for them. As teachers and parents, we want to encourage our…

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