In my play based classroom there are 10 essential learning areas. I cannot do without them. The provocations and resources offered in these areas change throughout the year dependent on children's interests and the curriculum intent. The placement of these 10 areas within the classroom is thoughtf
We are on our 4th week of measurement in my class! PTL the rulers are put away this week because we've moved onto learning about area! After 3
Brain Hemisphere Hat This is the “world-famous” Brain Hat. This humble little hat has been distributed around the world (even at some famous science museums) and has been translated in…
Take your learning outside with this fun backyard measurement scavenger hunt. Grab your printable scavenger hunt and get ready to learn math outside.
LEGO building challenge games help kids learn math concepts of area and perimeter, while practicing spacial reasoning, logic thinking, problem solving skills.
Help students understand how a 2D net can transform into a 3D shape with these pull-ups! Pack includes templates and directions for 4 different figures!
Educators, need ideas to set up your indoor learning environments for children? Find all the inspiration you need in this blog post!
These engaging strategies to incorporate movement in the classroom are perfect for the fidgety students & kinesthetic learners in your class!
We loved making this brain hat (UPDATE: if that link won't work for you, try this: Go to the link here: https://ellenjmchenry.com/ and go to "Free downloads--> Human Body". Then scroll down and under "brain" you will see a link for "brain hemisphere hat." Hope that works for you!) while we talked about parts of the brain! It just shows the functions of the cortex (we covered internal structures separately) but we made it early on in the unit and referred to it often throughout. The hats were easy to make. Just print and cut out and tape together. Download is here. When we talked about the parts of the brain, we also did this activity that shows the importance of the cerebrospinal fluid, the meninges, and the skill. Also what happens when you get a concussion! :) Ooh, and while we're on the subject of brain hemispheres, you really should watch this video from The Happy Scientist of "Kneesy Earsy Nosey." First watch this from Laurel and Hardy, then watch the Happy Scientist explain why it's so hard to cross the midline! We all resolved to get good at doing this, but none of us have (yet). :) More brain structures (I told you my children liked diagrams) Wondering why my children always seem to be dressed as animals? They just . . . are. This was Junie's magnum opus. She spent an hour coloring it so neatly. I quite like it. Since the hats have since been thrown out, I promised the children I would post pictures of every single precious one. :)
Sorting is a very important concept to teach primary students. Here are some reasons why you should teach it and some resources you could use. By sorting, s
Are you teaching Areas of Polygons? if so, This creative double-sided foldable/graphic organizer is exactly what you need for your students to learn or review the formulas to find area squares, rectangles, triangles, parallelograms, trapezoids, rhombuses, and kites. It is perfect for fifth-sixth-seventh-grade students and home school as well. It includes notes for teachers. A great addition to INTERACTIVE NOTEBOOKS! Check out as well this super cool 3D Dodecahedron AREAS OF POLYGONS Project Notes: *Printer settings: landscape, double side (long edge). Thanks for the feedback! I have added additional instructions to fold it. This product is part of the bundle: Unit 9. Geometry Check out the rest of my bundle's collection for PRE-ALGEBRA Unit Foldables: Unit 1. Algebraic Expressions and Integers. Unit 2. Solving One-Step Equations and Inequalities. Unit 3. Decimals and Equations. Unit 4. Factors, Fractions and Exponents. Unit 5. Operations with Fractions. Unit 6. Ratios, Proportions and Percents. Unit 7. Solving Equations and Inequalities Unit 8. Linear Functions and Graphing Unit 9. Geometry Unit 10. Data Analysis And the Super growing bundle with more than 55 products and free FUN activities: Pre-Algebra All year Foldablesfor Interactive Notebooks - Super Bundle FOLLOW ME! - Freebies every month! Be the first to know about freebies, promotions, and new products in my store. Keep your wish list ready for discounts! I appreciate your feedback! Also, TPT gives you credits that you can use on future purchases. --> Click here This purchase is for one teacher only. This resource is not to be shared with colleagues or used by an entire grade level, school, or district without purchasing the proper number of licenses. This resource may not be uploaded to the internet in any form, including classroom/personal websites or network drives. If you use other websites or resources (like YouTube, Google Apps, DESMOS, Quizzizz, Kahoot, GoFormative, TeacherMade, etc.) using any part of my material, please be sure it is set to private and only accessible by your students. These resources are for your own students and can not go outside of that.
Area and perimeter are two of my favorite math concepts to teach. It's easy to have fun learning area and perimeter.
This totally free Preschool Assessment Printable is exactly what you need to assess your preschooler's abilities. This set is a great starting point for kids starting at the age of three.
Students benefit from hands-on activities to help boost their conceptual understanding of math. This focuses on measuring liquid volume.
This simple worksheet will help your child to look at rectangles, and to add the length of each line to provide the perimeter. The rectangle…
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The start to the school year for newcomer ELLs can be overwhelming and nerve-wracking. It is our job to set them up with tools to help them feel comfortable exploring a new language in a
Once again, the end of the homeschool year is upon us! Whether you are celebrating the end of one year, or already planning for next year, the end of the year is a great time to make a few assessments of the current year which will make planning for the next year even easier. >>Read ... Read More about End of Homeschool Year Evaluation
From "Perimeter People" to Cheez-It squares, there are lots of fun ways to learn.
Scaffold your instruction with these teaching scaffolding strategies to help bridge readiness and mastery for your elementary students!
Tips for creating your own outdoor classroom full of ideas for making the most out of your outdoor learning space for preschoolers.
Setting up a kindergarten classroom at the beginning of the year can be an exciting, yet overwhelming. Whether you are a student teacher, or this is your last year teaching elementary school, I'm here to share
If your non-English speaking students aren't ready to do the regular class work, what should you have them do instead? This handy tool can help.
Print this free kindergarten assessment pack to use as end of the year testing for your kindergarten students. This is a great way to see where your students are at, and find any areas for development.
There are SO MANY fun methods for teaching area and perimeter that keep students active, moving, and engaged; here are my favorites.
Providing meaningful documentation has many benefits in the early childhood classroom. Today I want to share some examples of meaningful documentation.
Kids will have fun while learning where do I Live with this printable activity perfect for preschool, pre-k, and kindergarten students.
Hand strength is a big deal for handwriting. Kids need to be able to have enough hand strength for handwriting. Here's how you help.
This is an old blog post from January 31, 2016 on the benefits of movement and various sensory exercises to improve focus and attention. We’ve updated this article as of January 22, 2024 to include more resources and strategies to support attention. Exercises for focus and attention depend on the individual’s unique needs, but there ... Read more
We're mixing pen and paper with digital in our blended classrooms, and everything's going great. At first (for me) it was just about throwing in some digital
Find out the answer to the question “What do roaches hate?” and take charge of your home. Our guide shows you how to make roach repellents.
Learn how to teach quadrilaterals conceptually rather than having your students memorize the names of shapes. Tips for teaching quadrilaterals are included! Implement in your 4th grade or 5th grade math class today!
Learn the basics of topographic maps with this worksheet.
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A collection of area and perimeter worksheets. Count squares, use formulas and solve area and perimeter word problems.
