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Making Word Problems Engaging in Upper Elementary Math

Life is a math equation. In order to gain the most, you have to know how to convert negatives into positives. –Anonymous     Do you teach fifth grade math? Check out this WORD PROBLEM FREEBIE and get started using these strategies right away!        Word problems. The

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3 Fraction Books That Kids (And Teachers) Love

Let’s dive into 3 fraction books that kids and teachers love when it comes to introducing fraction concepts and connecting it to real-world situations.   Teaching fractions is so much fun. The real world connections are endless (and very engaging for students). One of my favorite ways to introduce fractions

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How Do You Teach Decimals to a Fifth Grader?

How do you teach decimals to a fifth grader? With so many different teaching and learning styles, endless activities, and thousands of math programs and worksheets to choose from is there really one right way? Making Math Meaningful Connecting what students already know  – in math or in life –

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BOOM CARDS in the Elementary Classroom

Using Boom Cards in the elementary classroom is a no-brainer! Are you looking for a way to quickly gauge where your students are in the learning process without having to correct 30 more worksheets? Boom Cards are the perfect way to see who is grasping a concept and who needs

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