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What IS Problem-Solving?
Ask teachers about problem-solving strategies, and you're opening a can of worms! Opinions about the "best" way to...
Easy Games for Making 5
One of the most critical relationships that young children can develop as they begin their mathematical journey is the...
Fractions as Part of a Set
Fractions are a very abstract concept for students, and it’s important that we provide many different models and...
Problem Structures for Addition & Subtraction
Quick pop quiz. How many problem structures are there for addition and subtraction problems? If you said somewhere...
Exploring Coin Relationships with Ten-Frames
In the early grades, students need to identify coins, know the values of the coins, and understand relationships...
Two Ways to Approach Measurement Conversions
Measurement conversions. Answer honestly, do those words scare you just a little? I've got two tried and true...
St. Patrick’s Day FREEBIE for Making 10
Ten holds special importance in our number system. It's no wonder, then, that a critical Kindergarten skill is knowing...
What is the “Work” in Math Workshop?
Over the years, I've had the opportunity to participate in many professional development sessions. One such session...
Think-Write-Pair-Share
Today I have a little twist on the Think-Pair-Share strategy. When using Think-Pair-Share, you pose a question to the...
Math Workshop Check-Up
Here's the scenario: You decided on your math workshop routines, you taught your procedures and expectations, and you...
