For some kids, rounding numbers is tricky and confusing. This can be hard for us to understand because rounding makes sense to us. Because of this, teachers have over-relied on tricks and chants to teach this skill. However, rounding with number lines is easy. I’ll admit that in the beginning, I was that teacher. However, I have since discovered that…
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Make Multiplication Practice Fun
Learning multiplication facts is a huge deal for 3rd grade. For many of us, learning multiplication facts was pure, agonizing torture. ? I want my students to know that multiplication practice can be fun. After teaching the basic concepts of multiplication with manipulatives, I like to use music and games to help students put basic facts into long term memory….
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Boom Cards Fast Play – How to Make the Most of a Free Boom Membership
The best way to learn math is to DO math. Kids need a lot of practice to master a skill, but repetitive guided practice can be boring. One way I fight boredom is by using Boom Cards Fast Play to keep students engaged. The good news is Fast Play is included in the free starter Boom Learning account! Why Boom…
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How to Easily Teach the Constitution to Elementary Kids
Preamble, Articles, and Amendments, oh my! To be honest, I used to dread teaching my 3rd graders about the U.S. Constitution. Have you felt the same way? There aren’t a lot of resources available for elementary kids and it’s just a tough topic for younger kids. It took some time for me to make this unit kid friendly, but I…
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