Reflecting on Math Routines: What was Successful this School Year?
When you think back on this school year, it probably feels like a blur of math blocks, sticky notes, sharpened pencils (or not), and so many routines you carefully introduced…
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A Practical Reflection About School: What Did I Learn From My Math Students?
A meaningful reflection about school doesn’t have to be complicated, time-consuming, or filled with charts and checklists. In fact, sometimes the most powerful reflections are the ones you jot down…
Calming Activities for the Classroom at the End of the Year
Let’s be honest: the end of the school year is a strange mix of chaos and countdowns. Students are excited (read: wiggly), the schedule’s unpredictable, and teachers are trying to…
How to Boost Differentiated Learning in the Classroom at the End of the Year
Differentiated learning in the classroom feels different in May. At the beginning of the year, it might have meant small groups, tiered assignments, or tracking growth goals. But by the…
End of the Year Math Activities That Still Feel Like Learning (But Students Think Are Interesting)
End-of-year math activities can be challenging to plan. You want something fun and engaging, but also purposeful. Your students are mentally halfway to summer, and let’s be honest… You might…
9 Creative Summer Math Challenges Upper Grade Students Will Want to Complete
Summer is the perfect time for students to unwind, but keeping those math skills fresh is also necessary. A summer math bingo-style challenge is a creative and engaging way to…
