By Rissa Hanneken Have you ever tried skip-counting as a multiplication strategy? As we have journeyed through the previous multiplication strategies of number lines, multiplication arrays, and repeated addition roots- it's time to include skip counting. Why? This strategy not only makes ... READ the POST
4 Multiplication Strategies Every Teacher Should Know – Number Lines
By Rissa Hanneken Ever wondered how to make multiplication even more engaging for your third graders? After laying the groundwork with repeated addition and diving into the world of multiplication arrays, there's a fresh and interactive avenue awaiting exploration: number lines. Picture this: a ... READ the POST
4 Multiplication Strategies Every Teacher Should Know: Multiplication Arrays
By Rissa Hanneken In the last post, we started our exploration of multiplication strategies with repeated addition. It's a logical first step because our students know addition and this step builds on that prior knowledge. This week, we’re delving into another powerful tool for multiplication: ... READ the POST
The Benefits of Using Multiplication Worksheets
Using worksheet activities can benefit teachers looking for ways to teach multiplication. Not only does it help children learn how to multiply more quickly, but it also helps them understand the concept of multiplication better. Here’s a closer look at how and why multiplication worksheets are ... READ the POST
Fun and Engaging Christmas Math Activities That Will Keep Your Students Learning
The Christmas season is a time of year when students can get easily distracted. Students need to keep learning and growing during the holiday season, but it can be hard to stay on track when so many fun things are going on. These Christmas math activities are the perfect way to keep your students ... READ the POST
Why Multiplication Games are Good for Your Classroom
Multiplication games are a great way to help your students learn multiplication. Studies have shown that students who play multiplication games have better multiplication skills than those who don't. Multiplication games are also a great way to keep your students engaged and motivated in their ... READ the POST
