First, I have a quiz for you. If you speak and write Hindi, you can skip this part! For everyone else, look at the symbols below. Can you tell which…
Multiplying and dividing decimals can be tricky for students, but it’s often not for the reason we think. Once they know the algorithm, the computation is really just like dividing…
Fractions are often one of the most challenging concepts students encounter in elementary mathematics. That’s why the elementary standards are carefully designed to build fraction understanding over several years, beginning…
As with many areas of mathematics, we’re moving away from the idea that there’s only one correct way to solve a problem. Comparing fractions is no exception. While creating a…
It’s no exaggeration to say that students often struggle with fractions—and one of the main reasons is that fractions are an incredibly abstract concept. We need to do everything we…
They sometimes say that math is the science of patterns, and maybe nowhere is that more apparent than in our place value system. Unfortunately, we often teach place value at…
Who doesn’t love a good puzzle? We engage students in algebraic thinking and productive struggle when we use math puzzles! Read about various types of math puzzles you can use…
Place value is an important concept across the elementary grades, and students need lots of opportunities to build flexible understanding through meaningful practice. Games are a great way to provide…
Kids learn best when they are engaged and challenged! Luckily, math games have the power to do both! Read on for FREE computation games for grades K-5. This post contains…
