Super Square Multiplication Mastery!! Math CENTER

Super Square Multiplication Mastery  I've posted another Freebie on TPT!  If you are looking for method of practicing or reviewing the multiplication facts, here's a different take on a game that can be easily implemented as a math center for partners/individuals or as whole group.  No longer just simple boring repetition!! As we know, squares have four sides and students will have to match up all sides with correct multiplication...

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Math Resource Webpage and New CCSS Checklist Document

Since my last post including the Kindergarten CCSS Checklist Report Document.  I've had several requests for additional grades.   I'm happy to say that K-5 is available for free at my TPT and Teacher Notebook Store.  If you have special needs regarding parts of the document you need edited for your school or for your own classroom, please do not hesitate to contact me. I also wanted to include in this post a great resource...

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Stoplight Student Check in Cards/Posters Quick Assessment Tool

Stoplight Quick Assessment Check in Tool I am always looking for ways to make my teaching life easier and a few years ago, I found the idea of using sticky notes of different colors for students to communicate how they were doing (sorry...I do not remember the original source).  A red sticky note could mean they were stuck or a green if they entirely understood and were working well.   In a math classroom of 35 or more students, it is...

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1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grade CCSS Checklist and Report Documents

I've just added more free Math CCSS resources.  1st, 2nd, and 3rd Grade are available now for free.  Check them out at: My TPT STORE I will also be posting a few sample math center activities as well as some free clip art soon.  Stay tuned :...

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The Cheapest DIY Interactive Whiteboard

Back in 2008, I ran across this video after my classroom whiteboard had died.  At the time, not many Teachers knew about the Technology, but it has worked great for me ever since.   Although my setup now is much more user friendly and professional (thanks to www.teachwithtech.com) it has worked great for me for years.  As a summary, all you need is an Infrared Pen, a Wii Remote, a computer with bluetooth capability and you’re ready to go!! I would highly recommend using www.teachwithtech.com as they were very helpful...

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