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Making Word Problems Less Scary for 3rd and 4th Graders

Have you ever handed out a word problem and watched your confident little mathematicians suddenly melt into a puddle of confusion? It’s like all the math facts they’ve practiced for…

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Grades 2-3 | Grades 3-4 | Math | Problem Solving | Seasonal | Teaching Ideas

Tame the Holiday Chaos: How to Engage Students with Word Problems Before Christmas Break

Can you actually successfully teach word problems before Christmas break? There is so much excitement that just keeping control can be a teacher challenge. How do you keep students truly…

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Early Finishers | Gifted | Number Sense | Problem Solving

I’m a Wanted Number! Reviewing Number Properties

I looove quick and easy! So, here’s a quick Idea I want to share with you that’s perfect for a math review project -reviewing any number properties you’ve taught, from odd/even…

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I’m Leah and I’m very glad you’re here! I’m a passionate teacher of elementary mathematics. I’ve been a classroom teacher, science specialist, and math specialist for grades PK through fifth. I’ve worked with thousands of teachers through workshops, one-on-one coaching, consulting, and national conferences. If you want to help your students love and appreciate the value and beauty of mathematics, you are in the right place!