The area model of multiplication has been a super controversial topic on social media. Parents, and even some educators, took social media by storm to complain about how ridiculous the area model of multiplication is. There were complaints that this method was clunky and that solving problems this way was not as quick as the traditional algorithm. The traditional algorithm ... Read More about 5 Easy Steps to Using the Area Model of Multiplication
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3 Life-Changing Strategies for Addition
Are your students struggling with addition? If so, it might be time to introduce them to different strategies for addition. You might be wondering how different strategies for addition could be life-changing. When I was younger, I remember being told to do mental math. I understood the concept: mental math is math you do in your head. BUT I did NOT understand how to do it. This was ... Read More about 3 Life-Changing Strategies for Addition
3 Amazing Reasons to Teach Sudoku to Your Upper Elementary Class
Are you looking for an exciting and engaging way to challenge your students? Teach sudoku! Using sudoku in the classroom is great for: Promoting independent learningChallenging early finishers with a non-busywork activityKeeping student's minds active over long breaks But there are 3 other major benefits that students can get by working on these puzzles. 3 Reasons to Teach ... Read More about 3 Amazing Reasons to Teach Sudoku to Your Upper Elementary Class