Multiplication facts are one of those skills that need consistent practice – not just during one unit, but all. year. long. For 3rd grade teachers, that often means finding activities…
Speed has long been used as a measure of success in math classrooms. Students who answer quickly are often seen as strong mathematicians, while those who take more time may…
Valentine’s Day can be one of the most exciting (and distracting) days in the classroom. Between parties, card exchange, and high-energy students, teachers often need quick Valentine’s Day math activities…
In today’s tech-driven classrooms, leveraging digital math tools is crucial for enhancing instruction and student engagement. Moving beyond our curriculums, we can create dynamic learning experiences that foster a deeper…
Many upper elementary students can recite multiplication facts, but still struggle when they need to apply them. This often becomes clear during word problems, multi-step tasks, or even basic computation…
In today’s tech-driven elementary classrooms, integrating digital math activities is essential for engaging students. Introducing interactive Google Sheets into your classrooms will provide a dynamic way to reinforce math skills,…
Elevate your Math Classroom with Literary Adventures Are you looking for innovative ways to make math more exciting for your students? Integrating captivating read alouds into my math lessons have…
Decimals often intimidate students in grades 3-6. By this unit in their educational journey, many have already struggled with fractions, place value, or multi-step problems…and decimals sometimes feels like an…
Word problems often cause frustration for students and teachers alike, but the struggle usually comes from misconceptions, not a lack of ability. Let’s spend a few minutes today to break…
We’ve all been there: you start explaining factors and multiples, and suddenly half your class needs a bathroom break. But teaching GCF and LCM doesn’t have to feel like pulling…
Hi! I'm Paige, known as The Math Matrix. I have been a teacher for three years, in both a middle school and elementary school, ALWAYS teaching math, either as a special education teacher or a departmentalized general education teacher. Needless to say, math is my JAM and I can't wait to share with you tips, tricks, and resources to enhance your math teaching. Read More
