Fact families are students first introduction to algebraic thinking. Let’s take a look at some fun effective strategies for fact families. My first few years teaching was in first grade. I remember looking at the state standards and smiling when I saw algebra. Algebra? In first grade? Really? When I thought algebra, I thought of […]
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Thinking Caps
Each year, during testing, I try to give the kids something to be excited about. This year my team decided to make Thinking Caps. My kids are excited to wear the hats. I can’t count the number of times I’ve reminded them to take their hat off. Now I get to remind them to put […]
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3 Ways Students Can Read Books Online at Home
Are you looking for ways your students can read for free online? I’ve been using these three websites in my classroom. Now, kids can use these to read at home. Whether school is closed for COVID-19, a snow storm, fires, or natural disasters, we want them to read. Going to the library isn’t usually an […]
Google Sheets: Simple Sheets for Your Classroom
Don’t be intimidated by Google Sheets. Use these simple sheets to organize your classroom. You’ll be ready for back to school in no time. Even if you aren’t great at being organized with paper, you can get be organized digitally. Instead of searching through piles, just open up your Drive. Sometimes you may want to […]