Upper Elementary Math
Math Articles
Place Value – Practice for Success
I love this rounding anchor chart for upper elementary classrooms. My students reference it a lot as we’ve been reviewing place value and number sense
Bulletin Boards that Work!
Bulletin Boards in my classroom need to be workhorses – meaning that they serve a purpose – not just be cute! I have posters displayed
2-Digit Multiplication Made Easier!
Performing 2-digit multiplication is tough stuff that requires a lot of practice and repetition (and repetition and repetition). In the past, I’ve taught many methods,
Equal Shares as a Foundation to Fractions
Teaching fractions can be eye-opening. It’s no secret that many students don’t understand fractions. They can’t make sense of the idea that a fraction is
How to Teach Math Word Problems – CUBES Math Strategy
Discover the power of the CUBES math strategy for understanding word problems! This step-by-step approach will boost comprehension and problem-solving skills and help students really
Combining Christmas and Multiplication Facts
Christmas time and the holiday seasons are a GREAT time to use excitement as a major motivator! Truly – ANY excuse to practice multiplication facts