Cooperative Learning Seating Options

…few of my favorite options below, and you can see several more in the Seating Options PDF on this page. Option #1: Seating in Permanent Teams When I put my…

No Names on Papers? Problem Solved!

…students, download the Paper Drop System system packet to learn more about how it works. I included a collection of ready-to-use Paper Drop printables and a blank checklist, too! Paper…

Getting Started with Whole Brain Teaching

book, too. Be sure to get a pack of sticky notes so you can mark important pages and return to them as you implement the strategies. You’ll also find free

How to Recharge Mathematical Thinking

…each section has one word problem, a line for the answer, and space to illustrate or explain the solution. Download these free samples from the bottom of the Daily Math…

Mathematical Problem Solving: Mindsets Matter

…Mindsets, and I was fascinated by the research findings she shared. I also loved Dr. Boaler’s strategies for using those research findings to improve math instruction. I know that problem…

Cooperative Learning – More Than Group Work

…deadline for completion, and provides time to complete the project. Students are expected to contribute to the project equally, but that seldom happens. Instead, the self-appointed leader takes over, makes…

Investigating Gummy Bears

…my own lab worksheets which you can download for free from my TpT store. To begin the lab, I gave my students the question we were going to test: What…

6 Reasons to Teach Poetry in the Fall

…Poetry often includes sensory language, and sensory experiences abound during autumn! Free Poetry Video Presentation If you’d like some tips for teaching poetry, watch my free 3-part video series, How…

Classroom Goal Setting: The Key to Success

Study the lives of 100 highly successful people, and undoubtedly you’ll find that they have something in common. They dream big, and they create action plans to ensure their success….

Tips for Teaching with Math Games

…them in my free guide, Tips for Teaching with Math Games. Using Math Games in Cooperative Learning Teams Math games work well in cooperative learning teams during whole group instruction….

Valentine Candy Hearts Math Investigation

download the Valentine Hearts Data Analysis freebie shown below. All of the files are stored in a large zip file, which you’ll need to unzip before you can access the individual…