This blog post may contain Amazon affiliate links. As a mom and an educator, I am always on the lookout for toys that my son will be excited about, but most of the time he asks for some junky plastic thing related to a show he saw (I blame my husband entirely). On Christmas, heRead more
STEM Challenges (sometimes called STEAM challenges when you include an art component) can seem intimidating – all of those materials…and kids…and chaos! But there is no better way for students to learn about the the design and engineering process than to get their hands on some supplies and really dig in. What Makes STEM ChallengesRead more
This blog post may contain Amazon affiliate links, where we earn a small commission if you choose to purchase the products mentioned. Cursive is often reserved for third grade (if at all), but younger children can benefit from learning cursive as well. Not only is learning cursive fun, but it’s a valuable skill as well.Read more
This blog post may contain Amazon affiliate links, where we earn a small commission if you choose to purchase the products mentioned. Teachers are used to being much more than just “teachers.” Teachers often act as counselors, nurses, surrogate parents, and much more. One lesser known role that teachers also take is that of occupationalRead more
Is this the year you are going to get organized with homeschooling? Planning ahead can ensure a successful educational experience for your child (and a less stressful year for yourself!). Here are some tips for planning an effective homeschool year. Set Clear Goals What are your goals for your child/ren this year? Consider your child’sRead more
The disruptions caused by the pandemic cannot be understated. Covid-19 had a significant impact on students’ learning, particularly in mathematics. As teachers, we should address the math gap head on, but how? We need to implement techniques that identify individual needs, provide targeted instruction, and foster a supportive math learning environment. Here are some techniquesRead more
A new school year is the perfect time to expose your children (and yourself!) to some new and fresh ideas. Here are 10 of our favorites: 1. Virtual Field Trips Nothing beats an in-person field trip, but since most of us don’t have the resources to jet set around the world, virtual field trips areRead more
This blog post may contain Amazon affiliate links, where we earn a small commission if you choose to purchase the products mentioned. Are your students food motivated? How long does it take them to notice if you have a bag of candy in the room? Mine can sniff it out like bears! Let’s capitalize onRead more
Why is factoring so important? Students enter our math classrooms with a wide range of skills. Many of those skills are essential for success in their current courses. Spending the time in your classroom to teach the essential skills can really pay off. It gives students a chance to show what they know or fillRead more
How to start substituting values into expressions Now that your students have been introduced to the terms variables, coefficients, and expressions it is time to start substituting values into the expressions. We can continue working with our picture tiles before going directly to calculations using symbolic representations to further develop their understanding of variables andRead more