3 Easy Ways to Wrap up the School Year

…the many things that they have learned and compare their year to something positive. Examples: “Grade five was like a roller coaster ride – ups and downs, but mostly just…

5 Engaging Ways to Introduce New Content

…a book of poems on the same topic by a specific author. Then, compare information from each poem. It’s also an easy way to sneak in some extra fluency practice….

Five Ways to Fit Science In

…parts and nonfictional parts. You could also discuss main idea, cause and effect, and compare and contrast. Morning work and homework is a great time to fit in science that…

3 Strategies to Conquer Math Word Problems

…those numbers and “do something” with them. When I was in elementary school, this was actually a pretty reliable strategy! But today, kids are asked to solve much more complex…

Show What You Know!

…is excellent for math practice, and you’ll find many free math task cards in my Math File Cabinet, including the Round and Compare Decimal Review Cards on the Decimal Files…

The Core of Effective Discussions

…format to display for the class and a smaller task card format to use in small groups. The questions to display for the class include the specific standard numbers right…

Spontaneity Brings Math to Life!

…students to handle, observe and compare attributes. My classroom was buzzing with excitement; hands were fervently flying up during Q & A time as I selected students to answer questions….

Tips for Teaching Informational Text

…to have your students compare informational text with literature. Sounds like the perfect time for a Venn diagram, doesn’t it? Show your students several examples of both types of books,…

Fun Twist on Book Reports!

…adjectives throughout the week. When they have found as many as possible, reveal your words and compare the two lists. After students complete their worksheets, arrange them on the bulletin…

Easter Egg Showdown Review Game

…Students select an egg, open it, read the problem or task, and everyone on the team writes a response. In the final step, team members compare and discuss their answers….

Fraction Spinners Make Fractions Fun!

…records his or her fraction. Players compare fractions and decide who has the larger fraction. The person with the larger fraction for that round wins a point. Players continue until…