Archive for March, 2014
MathFlix is a video resource library to illustrate how to do math. Check it out! I would send this home as one of the links for parents/guardians to visit to help their students with math!
Happy Mathing,
Dr. Nicki
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Math Workshop: A Quick Guide
Here is a great link for seeing what it looks like and examples of doing Math Workshop!
Happy Mathing,
Dr. Nicki
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Happy Very Hungry Caterpillar Day/Week!
Quick Fact Tests
Remember, that quick fact assessments should be fun! Don’t terrorize students with these tests. These are just like quick check-ins that students can do as a group or even on their own with a timer. The research says to give 3 seconds a problem. These tests are to let students know how fast they know their facts. They should only ever be in competition with themselves! With that said, here’s the link.
Happy Mathing,
Dr. Nicki
Read Full Post | Make a Comment ( None so far )Math Fact Practice
Here is a great “twist” on speed and accuracy for math facts! You make this contraption and then say as many facts as you can before it twirls to the floor.
Go to linked page above…look at the ideas and be sure to click on “Helitimer” the 5th link. It’s a PDF that you can download!
Happy Mathing,
Dr. Nicki
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