We need Fun Fridays! Teaching on Fridays can be rough. The kids are tired and often crankier than any other day of the week. So am I! Mondays are usually fairly quiet days. But Fridays? We all seem to need something a little special to keep us learning and motivated. So-o-o, I created these get-up-and-move free solve-the-room task cards with a twist! They are perfect for your Fun Fridays! And they are super fun because the “twist” is that they work as a math scavenger hunt! Since they raise motivation and are great for review and practice, they are ideal… Read More
My Principal Wants To Know Why We’re Coloring In the Classroom
Color-by-number printables are so much more than just a colring activity! They provide valuable learning opportunities that can be instrumental in helping students gain a deeper understanding of key skills. Plus, they’re fun and engaging – something all teachers strive to bring into their classrooms. So don’t feel guilty about assigning these worksheets – you’ll find out why it’s well worth keeping them as a staple in your teaching toolbox! 5 REASONS WHY COLOR-BY-NUMBER PRINTABLES SHOULD BE PART OF YOUR CLASS TIME . REASON 1 Bring some pizazz and enthusiasm back to learning! Color-by-number printables can engage students of… Read More
Why You Should Use Math Sorts in Your Classroom
Are you a first-grade teacher? A third-grade teacher? A fifth-grade teacher? Regardless of what grade you teach – even high school! – your students should be using math sorts. Sorting is not just for toddlers and kindergartners. Here’s why — . BUT WHY SPEND VALUABLE MATH TIME SORTING? Sorting falls under the algebra strand of mathematics and extends into data analysis and probability. But, it can be used in all mathematical strands. Sorting deepens and extends children’s thinking and understandings. As young children begin to notice patterns – a cry brings these results while a smile brings these – they… Read More
A {Free} Strategy Game – Poison
Need a math game that improves logical reasoning skills for your first grade, second grade, third grade, even fourth and fifth grade students? Try this free strategy game! Most games require strategy and have some luck built-in. But not this free game. There is no luck. It is all about logic and strategy! There are many versions of this fun Poison Game. This is the one we start with. You may know this game as a variation of Nim. Although the origin of Nim is uncertain, many people say it probably came from a game in China called Jian Shi… Read More
{Free} Earth Day Bag Toppers
Are you looking for something last minute to help you and your kids celebrate Earth Month? 🙋🏼♀️🙋🏻♀️🙋🏽♀️🙋🏾♀️ These super easy, super cute bag toppers are perfect for Earth Day or Arbor Day. 🌍 . BAG TOPPERS I love bag toppers because they are so simple. Just print, cut out, and fold over a bag. Then, you can add anything to the bag, such as a favorite treat, a unique small gift, or seeds for this particular Earth Day Bag Topper! They’re perfect for quickly making lots of class gifts. These bag toppers will work for any time during National Environmental… Read More
Make The End-of-Year Memorable With This Exciting Math Scavenger Hunt
Are you struggling to keep your students focused and learning during the end-of-year chaos? Look no further than this fun and engaging end-of-year math scavenger hunt from Sum Math Fun! 💻📋With both digital and print versions available, these no-prep activities are perfect for reviewing all the math skills your students have learned throughout the year. The end-of-year math scavenger hunts include a variety of word problems. Your students will love the fun and relatable scenarios, such as Mrs. Digs buying supplies for her new garden in the 3rd-grade set to Mr. Baker‘s roast, … Read More
Spring Math Bump Games for Addition Fact Practice
Do you have math Bump Games on-hand for those classroom moments when you need something easy to implement and fun for your students? Having games ready to go in your teacher’s treasure trove is always essential. When your students seem unmotivated or need to re-focus, pull out a math game!🤔 Keep reading to grab some free Bump Games! GAMES GRAB STUDENTS’ ATTENTION AND ACTIVELY ENGAGE THEM. Because students enjoy playing games, math bump games are a perfect way to focus their attention and actively immerse them in math skills and concepts. WHEN STUDENTS ARE PLAYING MATH GAMES, THEY ARE LEARNING…. Read More
{Free} Logic Puzzles For Building Logical Reasoning Skills
Building logical reasoning skills with these {free} logic puzzles is a snap. Your first graders, second graders, third graders, even fourth and fifth graders will love solving these and be completely engaged. They won’t even realize they are increasing their problem solving skills! Use these free logic puzzles to build logical reasoning skills, motivate and engage your students in mathematical problem-solving! USING MANIPULATIVES IN BUILDING LOGICAL REASONING SKILLS Using manipulatives gives students an opportunity to explore the abstract concept of logical reasoning while using concrete objects. They also make it much easier for students to test and change their thinking… Read More