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5 Reasons to Reach Out to Families Early in the Year

A few years ago, I overheard a conversation that helped me glimpse the power of early, positive communication with families, particularly...

10 Interactive Games with a Pocket Hundred Chart

In the post called On Repeat: How Patterns Kickstart Algebraic Reasoning, I shared 3 activities perfect for exploring repeating patterns...

Why I Swapped Calendar for a Hundred Chart

I've done a lot of things as a teacher that I wish I hadn't. Collecting tickets for students to visit the restroom, round robin reading,...

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On Repeat: How Patterns Kickstart Algebraic Reasoning

This post shares 3 activities for learning about repeating patterns, an element of early algebraic reasoning.

Math-Positive Memo March 2021

Using Picture Books in Math Instruction

I love books! And I love math! Seriously, can you ever have too many books or too much math in your life? No way! (Also, I think it is...

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Healthy Routines for Small-Group Mathematics Instruction in Preschool and Elementary

With healthy routines, we can still use small groups in math. Sanitize, limit group size, flexible seating, dirty and clean buckets.

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Measurement Outside the Worksheet: How Nonstandard Units Connect Counting to Measurement

Regardless of the item children choose to measure with, the measurement process should be an active experience with kids as active doers.

"It's a Triangle Because It Looks Like a Triangle"

A few months ago, I got into an eye-opening disagreement with my 4-year-old son, Knox, about shapes. He and I were messing around with...