5–10 Minute Math Warm-Ups for Busy Mornings (Grades 2–4)
Mornings in the classroom are… a lot. Students arrive at different times, backpacks need unpacking, notes appear on your desk, attendance and lunch count need to get done, and announcements…
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Grades 2-3 | Grades 3-4 | Math
Why Interactive Math Activities Are a Game Changer in Primary Classrooms
If you’re a teacher (like me!) who’s spent a few years trying to keep a group of second graders focused on their math work, you’ve probably felt the frustration…
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An Effortless Student Birthday Management System
Keeping track of student birthdays can be daunting, adding to all the other classroom happenings. But remembering them can help every student feel seen, valued, and cared for….
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Get Class Ready: 10 Must-Have Back to School Supplies for Every Teacher
Are you heading back to school soon? Or maybe you are just starting your teaching career and are a first-year teacher. In either case, you will want to check out…
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From Chaos to Order: Classroom Organization Supplies You Need for Packing Up
It was the end of May of my first year of teaching. The end of the year. I had made it through my first year. 🎉 Then, I heard another…
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2 Easy Steps to a 100% No-Prep Math Time-Filler
This is a rich and easy math time-filler or math warm-up. I love having this in my teacher’s idea bag and ready to use at any time. There is absolutely…
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From Overwhelmed to Inspired: 3 Steps to Become a Passionate Teacher
Are you a passionate math teacher – science, reading, writing teacher? Or is there some content you teach just because it’s part of the elementary curriculum? I get it! I…
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{FREE} Math Time-Fillers That Continue the Learning
Do you find that throughout your school day, you have a few minutes when you need a quick, easy math time-filler? Any time is math time – or can be…
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Grades 2-3 | Grades 3-4 | Grades 4-5 | Math | Teaching Ideas
How to Get Astonishing Results Teaching Mental Math
Feeling discouraged because your kids don’t seem to remember or use the mental math strategies you’ve taught? You’re not alone. 🙋♀️ Mental math warm-ups are one of the simplest ways…
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8 Creative, Easy, Fast Back to School Student Gifts
Need back-to-school student gifts? Back-to-school time??? Wow! It seemed so far away in May. Now, the summer has flown by, and we need student gifts for a super start to…
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Do You Want Free Teacher Resources?
If you love finding free teacher resources for your Kindergarten, first grade, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th graders, 🙋🏻♀️🙋🏼♀️🙋🏽♀️🙋🏾♀️🙋♀️ you are in the right place! Here you can gain access to…
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Student Accountability In Math Centers
Having math center accountability for students can be a struggle – especially before holidays! There are lots of fun winter math games out there, but how do you keep kids…
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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!