When setting up your classroom for the new school year, it’s easy to get caught up in desk arrangements, bulletin boards, or the logistics of where students will turn in their assignments. But one of the most important decisions you can make—especially in a middle school setting—is how your students will organize and store their […]
Binders vs. Interactive Notebooks in the Classroom: What Really Works? Read More »
Imagine a day in your students’ lives, going from class to class, teacher to teacher, and rule set to rule set like it’s a bizarre game of “Guess Who?” but with expectations. Can you chew gum here? Can you go to the bathroom without a signed scroll and a security escort? Is talking during group
Community Expectations – A Better Approach to Classroom Rules & Social Contracts Read More »
I’ve been teaching for 9 years, and during that time, I’ve noticed myself coming back to one specific concept again and again, no matter which grade I’m teaching: FRACTIONS! Each year, I spend a ton of time reteaching my middle school students about fractions – what they represent, finding equivalent fractions, how to simplify fractions,
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If you walk into my classroom, one routine you’ll probably see is students either completing or reviewing exit tickets. I use exit tickets almost every day in my classroom. They’re quick, easy, and provide so much valuable information! Exit tickets help me gauge how well students have understood the day’s lesson, identify areas that need
Classroom Exit Tickets: A Quick Routine with Big Benefits Read More »
Happy October! You’ve survived the back-to-school rush, teaching all the expectations, and are now probably deep into your first units – you deserve a whole lot more than a pat on the back! Unfortunately, this also means that you’re deep into the curriculum by now, and unit tests are right around the corner. So many
3 Easy, Engaging, & Fun Review Games for Your Math Class Read More »
My students love board games, and to be honest, so do I! I have a stockpile of games in my classroom to play before field trips or as a reward day! I especially love math-focused board games, since I feel like I’m sneaking in a little extra academics! Sometimes, I give my math students time
Must-Have Math Board Games For The Classroom: Engaging Games Your Students Will Love! Read More »
Now that summer is in full swing, many teachers are swapping their ID badges, work computers, and teacher planners for sleeping in, beach days, and time with family and friends! However, I have such a hard time turning my teacher brain off! Each year, sometime in July, I start to get my “Sunday scaries” for
Back to School Math Activities: 3 Fun & Easy Ideas to Start The Year Off Right! Read More »
I am known around my school as being a ‘tech wiz’ – I know A LOT of time-saving tips, tricks, and hacks that leave my coworkers saying “What? I didn’t know you could do that!” Here are a few of my little-known favorites: Skip pages while printing PDFs! If you have ever spent your precious
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In my 7th grade math class, we are in full swing of our equations unit – one of my personal favorites! I consider integers and equations to be the most important units in all of 7th-grade math, and want to give my students tons of practice to cement their skills. If you’re looking to refresh
Resource Round-Up: Must-Haves for Mastering Equations! Read More »
With copy limits, limited time, and absent students, printed paper copies of assignments can truly be a hassle! During Covid, a lot of teachers were forced to use digital practice activities, and many have continued to make them a constant in their classrooms due to the many benefits of digital activities! Benefits of Digital Practice
Not Just Another Worksheet – Easy Digital Activities Your Students Will Love! Read More »
