As teachers, we know that math centers can be incredibly effective in helping our students learn. Not only do they help keep our students motivated and engaged, but they also help build problem-solving skills and a sense of collaboration. One great way to use math centers is with error analysis task ... READ the POST
How to Use Error Analysis Task Cards for Small Group Math Instruction
As a teacher, you are always looking for effective ways to help your students learn. One tool that can be used to help students think critically about the math problems they are working on is error analysis. These task cards create a low-pressure environment where students can practice solving ... READ the POST
One Way to Guarantee More Rigor with Division Activities
Giving students more rigor in their division math activities is easier than you probably think. First, though let's define "rigor." Rigor occurs when students develop a better conceptual understanding of a math concept. When they gain procedural skills and fluency and can apply this new ... READ the POST
How to Get Your Students to Love Division
"There should be no such thing as boring mathematics." - Albert Einstein. If you have taught math to kids, you know this quote is accurate. If math activities are fun and engaging, your students are all in, and you can teach them just about any math concept. With that in mind, I found out how ... READ the POST
The Fun Multiplication Activity Your 3rd Graders Will Love
Kids are much more engaged with fun math activities. Fun means games, hands-on activities (especially those involving glue sticks!), and anything with manipulatives! I know your 3rd Grade students will love this fun multiplication activity. It's got glue, scissors, math models, and coloring. All the ... READ the POST
Classifying 2D Shapes with Error Analysis Activities
Geometry is one of my favorite standards to teach, and classifying 2D shapes with these fun error analysis activities makes it even better! I think 3rd graders love it, too - because they've been playing with shapes their entire life! Common Core Standards - 3rd Grade The Common Core ... READ the POST
