Back-to-School Assessing Made Easy
As an Intervention Specialist, I understand the importance of assessing my students on an ongoing basis. It can be overwhelming at the beginning of a school year to assess all…
Math Strategy: Large Problems with Small Numbers
Who has students struggling with the algorithms required in basic math operations? That get confused with what direction to go and what step is next? I have a math strategy…
Tech Tips for Basic Facts
Welcome to the “Just the Math Facts” blog hop! I sincerely hope you find something helpful for teaching basic math facts on this hop. 🙂 Do you remember how you…
Kids’ DIY Multiplication Charts
It is my belief that my kids who struggle with math do so for four reasons: poor vocabulary, difficulties with reading comprehension, low math reasoning skills, and not knowing their basic…
Grids and Columns in Math
Here is a simple, bright idea to use when teaching math that works for every grade. Many kiddos struggle with lining up numbers in their math problems. They might struggle…
Co-Teaching Can Be Wonderful
Co-teaching seems like a buzz word right now, doesn’t it. I’ve attended a few co-teaching trainings this year, and was surprised that I’ve done it before, but called it inclusion!…
Help with Math Word Problems
Math word problems. Three words that can evoke trembling and fear in the hearts of many. As an intervention specialist working with fifth grade students with special needs, I understand…