I am always looking for a math curriculum that I can use successfully in my multigrade classrooms. I check for four basic criteria: deep-thinking, real-life applications, hands-on, and … [Read more...]
I am so excited and nervous.
For years I taught my math students that thinking, stewing, and creative problem solving will help them a lot longer than memorizing the types of triangles. I also knew that students learned at their … [Read more...]
Circles, Circumferences, and Compasses – Making Math Magic!
I love making math as creative and fun as possible. Playing with compasses, circles, and circumferences is naturally engaging and my students really like making their own designs. I set up a couple … [Read more...]
My first post
I have been thinking about blogging about my teaching experiences and sharing my knowledge with other teachers, especially is this crazy education transition time to Common Core. I was also … [Read more...]