Using the Area Model for Multi-Digit Multiplication
The area model is a useful strategy for multi-digit multiplication. This strategy places an emphasis on number sense understanding, as students use the expanded
Lattice Multiplication: A Method for Multi-Digit Multiplication
Lattice multiplication is an alternative to traditional long multiplication. Before I begin explaining this strategy, I do want to take a second to talk
MASTERING ADDITION STRATEGIES {The Addition Station}
I believe in a couple of big ideas when it comes to teaching in general. First, every student needs to feel successful. This is not
Effective Mental Math Addition Strategies to Master the Addition Facts
So you’re ready to implement mental math addition strategies this year, but aren’t sure where to start! All the different ways to teach addition facts
Salute: A Great Math Fact Card Game for Speed and Automaticity
I love integrating games into all subject areas, but especially math. The key is to find games that are rigorous, include tons of opportunity for
Games to Reinforce Math Concepts
I am a HUGE fan of using games to teach and reinforce math concepts. One of the biggest misconceptions that I hear is that math
Try These Mental Math Addition Strategies to Boost Math Fact Fluency
Math fact fluency is much more than simply speed and accuracy. True fluency also includes flexibility and appropriate strategy use. We can help students become
Using Front End Addition as a Mental Math Strategy
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Place Value Tent Cards
Do you struggle to find a way to teach place value that works for every student? Place Value Tent Cards are a great way