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Holidays Around the World Math Activities

Students really enjoy learning about holidays around the world during the Christmas season. Many students do not realize how many people in the world do not celebrate the Christmas holidays exactly like we do in America. In my classroom, students really enjoy learning about holidays around the world not only in literature, but like completing holidays around the world math activities ... read more

Christmas Math Activities for Elementary Students

Keeping students engaged and on task during the holiday season can be tricky to accomplish. With so many distractions and exciting things taking place, learning academic content can be the last thing students want to do. These Christmas math activities for elementary students are a sure-fire way for students to get the practice they need AND have fun at the same time. Christmas Math ... read more

Thanksgiving Math Games for Elementary Students

November is such a fun time of the year! The beginning of the school year is over, students are (somewhat) more independent and we're all starting to find our "groove" as the year progresses. Between fall break, family gatherings, and celebrating Thanksgiving, what's not to love?? And I really enjoy bringing a little seasonal cheer into the classroom however I can. Thanksgiving math games for ... read more

Kindergarten Classroom Transformations

40 Kindergarten Classroom Transformations I've created 40 kindergarten classroom transformations and they all align with the kindergarten common core math standards. It was a huge undertaking, but now that it's done, it's incredibly easy to keep my kiddos engaged and we complete a room transformation once a week. Here's a list of all 40 and what standards they align with: Pilot Day: ... read more

Halloween Math Activities for Elementary

October is one of my favorite months of the year. It's my birthday month AND Halloween rolls around! Between dressing up, watching spooky movies, and going trick-or-treating, what's not to love?? And I really enjoy bringing the spirit of Halloween into the classroom however I can. Halloween math activities for elementary students make the perfect centers throughout the month of October. Here's a ... read more

Whole Class Math Games

I'm a strong believer that math fact fluency is the key to student success in the early grades. There are so many different ways to practice math fluency--printables, on the computer, partner games, small group work, worksheets, etc. Have you ever considered making math fact fluency a part of your weekly routine with whole class math games? Because the more fun you make fact fluency, the more ... read more

Classroom Review Games For Any Subject

Keeping things fun and engaging on a daily basis in the classroom can be a challenge sometimes. I find that implementing new and fresh ideas on a normal basis keeps my kids on the edge of their seats and more willing to interact with the skill we are learning. This is a list of some of my favorite classroom review games that I rotate in and out throughout the year to keep things exciting for ... read more

4 Ways to Memorize Multiplication Facts

Why is memorizing multiplication facts still important after all these years and changes in math? Learning how to memorize multiplication facts is often boring for students. But there are so many benefits. It makes more complicated math easier and allows students to solve multi-step problems with more fluidity. Still, trying to get students to memorize multiplication facts has been a struggle for ... read more

Space Classroom Transformation

1st Grade Space Classroom Transformation 2nd Grade Space Classroom Transformation 3rd Grade Space Classroom Transformation 4th Grade Space Classroom Transformation 5th Grade Space Classroom Transformation  While students are working, I find it's best to either circle the room to "touch base" with how students are doing or stay in one central location where students can come to you ... read more

Digital Hide and Seek Games

Introducing…Digital Hide and Seek Games!! When playing digital hide and seek games, you simply “hide” the object behind any picture and then students answer questions to try and “seek” it out. It's that easy! And the coolest part? It can work for any grade or any subject! This game is played in PowerPoint or Google Slides. It's 100% editable so you can use this to fit the needs of your students ... read more

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  • Check out this fun outer space classroom transformation theme for elementary students in first, second, third, fourth, fifth grade. This space room transformation will set the stage to engage and is stress-free! It's a worksheet or escape room alternative, and can be used in small groups or partners. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th graders enjoy classroom transformation ideas. Digital and printables for kids (Year 1,2,3,4,5) #setthestagetoengage #classroomtransformation #mathactivities
  • Check out this fun African safari classroom transformation theme for elementary students in first, second, third, fourth, fifth grade. This safari day room transformation will set the stage to engage and is stress-free! It's a worksheet or escape room alternative, and can be used in small groups or partners. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th graders enjoy classroom transformation ideas. Digital and printables for kids (Year 1,2,3,4,5) #setthestagetoengage #classroomtransformation #mathactivities
  • Check out this fun boot camp classroom transformation theme for elementary students in first, second, third, fourth, fifth grade. This basic training room transformation will set the stage to engage and is stress-free! It's a worksheet or escape room alternative, and can be used in small groups or partners. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th graders enjoy classroom transformation ideas. Digital and printables for kids (Year 1,2,3,4,5) #setthestagetoengage #classroomtransformation #mathactivities
  • Check out this fun Santa's workshop classroom transformation theme for elementary students in first, second, third, fourth, fifth grade. This Christmas room transformation will set the stage to engage and is stress-free! It's a worksheet or escape room alternative, and can be used in small groups or partners. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th graders enjoy classroom transformation ideas. Digital and printables for kids (Year 1,2,3,4,5) #setthestagetoengage #classroomtransformation #mathactivities
  • Check out this fun boot camp classroom transformation theme for elementary students in first, second, third, fourth, fifth grade. This basic training room transformation will set the stage to engage and is stress-free! It's a worksheet or escape room alternative, and can be used in small groups or partners. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th graders enjoy classroom transformation ideas. Digital and printables for kids (Year 1,2,3,4,5) #setthestagetoengage #classroomtransformation #mathactivities
  • Check out this fun artist classroom transformation theme for elementary students in first, second, third, fourth, fifth grade. This artist or designer room transformation will set the stage to engage and is stress-free! It's a worksheet or escape room alternative, and can be used in small groups or partners. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th graders enjoy classroom transformation ideas. Digital and printables for kids (Year 1,2,3,4,5) #setthestagetoengage #classroomtransformation #mathactivities
  • Christmas hide and seek games are a class favorite! Digital hide and seek games are great for any grade level- kindergarten, first, second, third, fourth, fifth grade. Students find the Christmas in this hide and seek game for reading and math activities. This hide & seek game is fun, interactive, and no prep. Perfect for school, virtual learning, classroom, homeschool, or online. It's editable for math skills, sight words, letters, math facts. #HideAndSeekGames #digitalhideandseek #hideandseek
  • Check out this fun camping day classroom transformation theme for elementary students in first, second, third, fourth, fifth grade. This camping room transformation will set the stage to engage and is stress-free! It's a worksheet or escape room alternative, and can be used in small groups or partners. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th graders enjoy classroom transformation ideas. Digital and printables for kids (Year 1,2,3,4,5) #setthestagetoengage #classroomtransformation #mathactivities
  • Check out this fun bowling classroom transformation theme for elementary students in first, second, third, fourth, fifth grade. This bowling alley room transformation will set the stage to engage and is stress-free! It's a worksheet or escape room alternative, and can be used in small groups or partners. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th graders enjoy classroom transformation ideas. Digital and printables for kids (Year 1,2,3,4,5) #setthestagetoengage #classroomtransformation #mathactivities
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