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5 Easy Ways to Use Basketball Math Games to Boost Student Engagement

Do your students struggle to stay focused during your math lessons? Cuz…same! Adding a fun, sports-themed twist to your lessons can really be a game-changer!

How to Plan the Perfect 100th Day Celebration in Under an Hour

Congratulations – you’ve made it to the 100th day of school! This milestone definitely calls for a 100th day celebration! Just think about all that

13 Common Regrouping Mistakes and How To Fix Them Easily In Regrouping Math Problems

Teaching regrouping math problems in 2nd grade is one of those things that your college education classes just can’t prepare you for. No matter how

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Why Small Group Math Instruction Is Key For Success In Modern Education

As educators, we’re constantly looking for the most effective teaching methods to reach all of our students and help them learn and thrive academically. As

7 Fun Activities for Teaching Estimating Sums in 3rd Grade

When teaching new math skills to students, it’s important to help them understand when and where they might use them in the real world. When

3 Simple Ways to Teach Make 10 Facts

When teaching early addition, one of the most foundational strategies for young learners is understanding “Make 10” addition facts. These are pairs of numbers that,

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Should You Join the Inner Circle Math Membership? Here’s 5 Reasons Why!

Roll call! If you’re an elementary math teacher in grades 1st-3rd who’s tired of spending too much time lesson planning (and too much money on

Creating a Student Work Bulletin Board: A Year-Long Showcase of Growth

Hey y’all! Today, I’m sharing how I set up my student work bulletin board in my classroom—a space that’s not just for displaying artwork but

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Conquering The First Two Weeks of Math | Fun Back to School Math Lesson Plans for 1st-3rd Grade

School is back in session, and teachers everywhere are getting back in the groove and trying to make each day go as smoothly as possible

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Can I just say how excited I am that you’re here? I’ve been in your shoes, lesson planning, trying to meet every student’s needs, and

Simple & Special Ideas for Celebrating Birthdays in the Classroom

Celebrating birthdays in the classroom is a big deal to kids! As teachers, we want to make sure they feel special on their birthday and

Teacher Reflection: My Journey back to the clsasroom

Teacher Reflection: My Year Back into the Classroom

When I decided to go back into the classroom last summer after spending the previous 4 years working on Saddle Up for 2nd Grade full

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