Math Manipulative Tubs
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15 Books About Multiplication and Division
Multiplication and division are very important mathematical concepts that are introduced in 2nd grade. These concepts can be a little tricky for students to grasp.
End of the Year Activities for Math Review
The end of the year is an exciting, crazy, and busy time. Your students are getting wiggly and everyone is ready to get outside and
How To Set Up A Math Station Bulletin Board
You might be a teacher if you love a good, decorated bulletin board. You might also be a teacher if you want your bulletin boards
Why You Should Be Taking Guided Math Anecdotal Notes
One of the key components of a guided math small group lesson is taking anecdotal notes. Yet at the same time, most teachers out there
How To Use A Guided Math Binder
After my years in the classroom, I learned very quickly that in order to teach effective small groups, you have to be organized. Read on
11 Books About Fractions
When it comes to introducing new mathematical concepts, such as fractions, one of my favorite strategies is to use math read alouds! There are so
Hands-On Fraction Activities for 2nd Grade
Teaching fractions is a key concept in 2nd grade and all grade levels. Fractions are a part of everyday life in the real world and
April Fools Day Writing Activities
Do you celebrate April Fools Day with your students? While it is a bit of a silly holiday, it sure does bring a ton of
How to Implement Math Stations that Run Themselves
Have you ever had a student come up to you during your small group math time and tap you on the shoulder to ask how
Free Money Cups Activity For 2nd Grade
Teaching the concept of money in 2nd grade is a very important math and life skill. Working on counting coins up to $1.00 is particularly
5 Creative Ways to Use Math Interactive Notebooks
Have you ever wondered how to use math interactive notebooks most effectively with your students? There are so many ways to use interactive notebooks with
Interactive Notebooks Tips and Tricks
Are you ready to implement interactive notebooks in your classroom? If so, there are a few key tips and tricks I’d like to share to
Interactive Notebooks – How to Get Started
Interactive notebooks are a topic that comes up frequently in my conversations with teachers and in my Saddle Up For 2nd Grade Teachers Facebook Group.
2 Digit Subtraction with Regrouping Strategies
One of the most important math skills 2nd graders will learn in math is 2-digit subtraction with regrouping. Although math is not taught the same way
