Techie Tuesday

Conquering the open number line and other math strategies

We have been busy using the open number line to solve our math problems.  The kids are getting the hang of it!  It's amazing to see the depth of their number sense when they apply different addition and subtraction strategies, but it can be tricky, and sometimes confusing for the parents.  

That's why I love Explain Everything!  This app lets your parents see what their kids are learning with one simple click.  In no time at all you can make a quick tutorial to help your students and their parents!

Techie Tuesday

Ten Marks Shout Out

This year I have been working really hard on guided math in my room.  I give quick weekly pre-assessments and make my small groups based on what the kids need.  I also have stations that include games, journals, fluency practice, and technology.  

I recently started using the site Ten Marks for my technology station, and I. Am. In. Love.  

Not only does it allow you to give your students assignments based on the CCSS, and track their progress.  It also has built in video lessons your students can use if they need help!  

I mean I'm just sayin', if there's a teacher that can pop up on the computer and help my kids if they have a question or are confused about a math problem, I'm in.  For sure.

If you haven't heard about his great online program that is free, that's right, F-R-E-E, then you need to check it out right now.

Marshmallows, mugs, and math oh my!

Okay, I like the warm, mild weather of the south but it's January and I should at least have to wear a jacket!  I'm not asking for three feet of snow or even a few snow flurries, but I would like to be able to sit by the fire and sip some hot chocolate without breaking sweat!  So...even though I might have to wear my sunglasses and shorts, it is winter (according to the calendar) and that means it's time for some marshmallows and hot cocoa.  I created a fun marshmallow math activity using clip art from this shop

You really need to check out the clipart from this shop.  There are some super cute penguins that I really need to figure out how to use!  Mr. Bubblegum is uber talented and I promise I'm not just saying that because Mr. Bubblegum is related to The Bubblegum Tree.  Mr. Bubblegum is the hubs!  Yes, that's right, I have my own personal clip art creator in the house.  I am one lucky girl!  And as you can imagine, he is always more than willing to jump out of bed at 1:00 am when I have had a midnight brainstorm about an activity I just have to do for school the next day.  Well...I might be exaggerating just a little bit, but he is the reason I can add super cute characters to my pages!

Here's our latest collaborative freebie.  Click on either picture to download.  I found the colored marshmallows at Walmart and mixed the white ones in.  Enjoy!