Putting the ‘Fun’ Back into Functions
Functions can be overwhelming with all of the f’s, x’s, and f(x)’s. But in reality, functions are quite easy to understand once you know how they work. So what is …
Using real world math to build an understanding of addition and subtraction concepts!
Students are naturally inquisitive and observant! Why not use these characteristics to teach new concepts! One-way to utilize students problem solving abilities is through Three-Act-Tasks. Three-Act-Tasks allows students to draw …
The struggle can be real when subtracting!
Do you have students in third, fourth, or fifth grade that are struggling with subtraction? Chances are, they missed the concrete phase of modeling subtraction with regrouping. This skill is …
Progression of Addition and Subtraction
The Progression of Addition and Subtraction is a wildly discussed topic in elementary schools. It is important that we do not rush students’ understanding of the operations. Learning should be …
Progression of Fractional Understanding
I won’t say too much here, because the time reading this could be better spent watching the video. 🙂 However, keep in mind, no matter what grade you are teaching, …
Think Multiplication to Divide
For information on using multiplication to divide efficiently and accurately, visit the Origo 1 Minute Math Video:
Teach for Understanding
Check out this quick video on teaching concepts through concrete and pictorial models to increase understanding.
Depth of Knowledge Matrix for Elementary Mathematics
You may have read our earlier post “FSA-Preparing for Context Complexities” about the connection between Webb’s Depth of Knowledge complexity levels and the FSA. This post alluded to the importance …
Preparing for Computer Based Testing
Check out this quick video on preparing for Computer Based Testing.
Reasoning About Division
Checkout how this 4th grade teacher uses the number routine “Number Strings” to engage students in meaningful mathematical discourse as they build their understanding of how to find whole number …
Kindergarten HCTM Problem of The Month Winner for January!
Congratulations to the Kindergarten winner of the Problem of the Month competition for January! The winner is Dylan from Mrs. Mohammed’s classroom at Turner/Bartels K-8.
2nd grade HCTM Problem of The Month Winner for January!
Congratulations to the 2nd grade winner of the Problem of the Month competition for January! The winner is Abhijay from Mrs. Park’s classroom at Turner/Bartels K-8 School.
4th grade HCTM Problem of The Month Winner for January!
Congratulations to the 4th Grade winner of the Problem of the Month competition for January! The winner is Sebastian from Mrs. King’s classroom at Claywell Elementary.
Free Book Preview – Beyond Answers
Stenhouse Publishing is offering a free preview of the new book, Beyond Answers by Mike Flynn. About the Book: The Standards for Mathematical Practice are written in clear, concise language. …
Determine Elapsed Time using a Number Line
To solve story problems involving elapsed time, encourage students to draw open number lines to help students conceptually understand the concept. This could prevent common misconceptions students may have when …
Relating a Clock to a Number Line
Telling a time is an important concept for everyday life. It’s also one that students some time struggle with if they don’t understand how a clock works. In 3rd grade, …
Math Makes Money
We are all familiar with the term “reading first” and you can’t argue that literacy is important. However, when it comes to kids making more money later in life, more …