To master fraction concepts, students need to understand fraction vocabulary. There are so many important terms to learn, and it can be overwhelming for some students to keep up with them all. Fortunately, there are some easy ways to keep fraction vocabulary fresh in students’ minds. Fraction Word Wall A great way to reinforce math vocabulary is by having a…
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Are your students playing prime numbers games? No matter how well you teach prime and composite numbers, students will forget about them if you don’t continue to review the concept. You know the saying, “Use it or lose it.” The last thing we want is students to forget what we teach them. If kids don’t use prime numbers, they won’t…
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Want to give your students concrete experiences with multiplying decimals and whole numbers but don’t have enough manipulatives? Even if you have enough manipulatives, are you tired of managing all the pieces? Decimal multiplication is a new skill for Texas 5th graders. In order for students to make sense of this new concept, they need to start with concrete and…
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I’m sure you have heard of Teachers Pay Teachers, but have you heard about Easel by TpT? There are so many new digital platforms available that it can be overwhelming to find the one that will work best for your classroom. To be honest, I used to try every new thing I could find, but not so much now. I’m…
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Are you looking for volume activities that will get your kids excited about your measurement unit? Without a doubt, your students will love these volume activities! Not only do hands-on experiences keep students engaged, but they also help build confidence while building conceptual understanding. Fill ‘em up This is an easy activity to set up and run. Basically, all you…
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