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
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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
Managing Math Stations vs. Maximize Your Math Block
I hear from teachers frequently saying they want to implement guided math into their math block. However, they don’t know where to start. They struggle
3 Tips For Making Time For Guided Math
I often hear from teachers that they do not have enough time to fit guided math into their daily schedule. It’s no secret that trying
Guided Math Misconceptions
When I first shifted my focus to guided math instruction, I learned there are a lot of guided math misconceptions out there. Once I truly
How To Teach Addition with Regrouping with 4 Effective Strategies
One of the most difficult concepts for Second grade students to learn is addition with regrouping. They need a solid foundation and understanding of place value
Geometry Math Apps for Primary Students
Teaching primary students about geometry concepts is an important academic and life skill. 2D and 3D shapes are found everywhere in the real-world. Make your
3D Shapes Geometry Activities
Teaching about 3D shapes is very important in 2nd grade. There are so many real life examples of 3D shapes found in the world. These
Holiday Teacher Gift Ideas for Students
The holidays are here which means many people are gearing up for the season, making their wishlists, and getting gifts for their loved ones. Many
2D Shapes Geometry Activities
Teaching 2D shapes in 2nd grade is a critical standard and life skill. 2D shapes are found everywhere in the real world. It’s important to
5 Fun Math Fact Practice Games
Building math fact fluency is so important for students in the primary grades. One of the hottest topics in my Saddle Up For 2nd Grade
