The only problem is...
- The mnemonic devices you’ve been teaching aren’t working
- You are exhausted from trying all the things with little progress.
- You have no more time to invest in something new that might not work.
Does any of this sound like you?
- You're frustrated that students give up on word problems before they even try.
- You've tried everything to engage your students, and they still skip the word problems.
- You're tired of searching for problems and math tasks.
- You're afraid of teaching students the wrong way.
If so, you're in the right place!
You want to help students problem solve confidently.
Right now you…
have TONS of tabs open looking for math tasks
are overwhelemed with planning & don’t have time to plan elaborate math lessons
feel frustrated that your students barely try when independently problem solving
You wish you had…
better strategies to engage students.
easy systems for planning & implementing problem solving.
a worthy word problem to use every single day with minimal planning
You wish someone would just give you a step-by-step plan for teaching
problem solving word problems.
Imagine If...
You actually looked forward to math class because students try and participate everyday!
- What will it feel like when your students love coming to math class?
- How will it feel when you actually enjoy planning for math lessons?
- Imagine what your days will be like when you simply plan math in response to your students needs.
- What will be possible for you when you have a system for engaging every student in problem solving word problems?
That's exactly why I created my signature program:
word problem workshop
an approach to delivering content every day that combines productive struggle, math discussions, and the ability to easily gather formative feedback in a way that ensures every student develops as problem solvers.
"I want to help my students with their growth mindset, but I don't know how. Now I do!
This course is jam packed full of immediately usable resources for my students, but also helped me understand WHY I need to do these activities with my students. Thank you, Mona for creating something we math teachers so badly need!"
This course is jam packed full of immediately usable resources for my students, but also helped me understand WHY I need to do these activities with my students. Thank you, Mona for creating something we math teachers so badly need!"
Juliana Tapper
teacher
Before
word problem workshop
- Tired of spending hours planning math lessons that aren't working
- Discouraged that the same few kids participate everyday, and the others feel unreachable
- Unsupported with resources and instructional strategies to help students problem solve independently
After
word problem workshop
- A simple approach to planning & facilitating problem solving, daily.
- a daily structure in your math class to promote risk taking and growth mindset.
- a ready to use problem a day to promote problem solving with your students.
When you join
word problem workshop
I'll show you how to...
- engage every student in problem solving, daily.
- create a daily structure that allows students to collaborate, reflect, take risks, and use mistakes as opportunities.
- a system to plan for problem solving, simply and efficiently.
- confidently facilitate a students lead problem solving workshop
"I became so much more organized and efficient because of coaching with Mona. My math lessons quickly started to become the one area where I felt confident and ready."
Kelly, Teacher
@thehappylittleclassroom
Why I Created this Program
Hey Friend, I’m Mona, and I created word problem workshop out of necessity in my own classroom. I wanted to empower my students to be independent problem solvers. Before word problem workshop my students were below level and completely dependent on me during problem solving.
Once we started to grapple and discuss a complex word problem everyday, my students built a strong math identity and math understanding. I’ve been researching best practices and trying this practice out in my own classroom for 10+ years.
I’ve shared this approach with 100s of teachers that have visited my classroom to learn along side me. I now want to help you, my virtual math teacher besties, make planning for problem solving simple and effective!
Here's what inside...
6 Step Process to planning & facilitating math word problem workshop
Each of the 6 video trainings will focus on these 5 steps!
Plus a full lesson plan video, including…
30 minutes of classroom video!
Bonuses Include:
- Printable posters and materials to build community
- Routines to teach students to increase engagement
"This approach to engaging students in mathematics and helping them identify as a mathematicians is very powerful. I can't wait to use the materials with my classes."
Laura
Teacher
Here's how I'll support you:
- 60 minutes of on demand, binge-able video trainings
- 30 minutes of classroom videos of word problem workshop in action.
- Implementation guide with over 35 pages of templates & materials so you always know exactly how to implement.
- A private Facebook community that I’m personally in every weekday to support you by answering your questions & giving you feedback.
word problem workshop
a simple process to teach every student to problem solve
- Video trainings that guide you through each part of the process
- Materials to help you implement immediately
- A community of fellow teachers doing this work so that you feel supported the entire journey
- Access for a full year
Enroll in Word Problem Workshop Teacher Training for
$127
Less than half the price of a one day ticket to a National Math Conference
This offer is open for a limited time for teachers ready make simple shifts...
to help their students significantly improve
Here's how it works:
1. Make the commitment
Click the “buy now” button.
If you’re like me the $77 registration fee is way less than I spent on Amazon this month.
You’ll get more out of this that you can use immediately than you did out of all that random stuff.
2. Check your email for all the details.
You’ll get instant access to ALL THE MATERIALS!
Including a years worth of word problems for your grade level!
3. Log in and get started.
Work at your own pace!
You’re never behind, where you are is exactly where you’re meant to be!
"Building a routine around the math norms I think could be a game changer for me, it will build that culture of trying and growing. Like we talked about in our chat, I hope that by starting with grapple time in math that the skills they develop can bleed into other subjects."
5th Grade Teacher
Chicago, IL
Join Risk Free
Money back guarantee if you aren’t completely satisfied within 14 days of your purchase. No questions asked.
You can read the full terms & conditions here.
Questions People Ask Before Joining
A. You are special part of the grand opening of this training. You have access to the lessons for one year & lifetime access to the Facebook community.
A. Mona is a Nationally Board Certified teacher with a masters degree in curriculum design. She’s taught for 16 years in Chicago Public Schools in grades 1st to 6th. Mona’s instruction has been featured in several instructional videos and she’s served as the model classroom at her school to host and train visiting educators. Mona’s training includes: restorative practices, Cognitively Guided Instruction, student led discourse, and curriculum development.
A. This course material applies to all students and teachers. I have spent 16 years teaching in inner city Chicago and it worked with every single student I taught. I’m confident it will work for you in your situation, but if you have questions send me a message and let’s chat!
A. I’m confident that won’t happen. We all have something to learn. Additionally, I have built this training based on research from multiple sources and years of experience. However, if you find it’s not for you and isn’t worth your time you can get a refund per the refund policy– a full refund within 14 days of purchase.
A. As a teacher myself I have priced this with you in mind. I want every teacher to be able to get this support to build their students’ problem solving skills.
This course is $97, but on sale for $77 for this grand opening.
That gets you a year access to the training videos, implementation guide, and a years worth of problems to use with your students!
A. I’m always here by email hellomonamath@gmail.com or in our private Facebook Community you’ll be able to reach me there with all your questions and leverage the expertise of the group of amazing educators also on this journey.
Have a question I didn’t answer here? Email me at hellomonamath@gmail.com and I’ll personally send you a voice message or video back.
This is for you if...
- You want your planning to be useful, and simple.
- You're open to building a classroom that supports problem solving.
- You want to create instructional practices that help students deeply understand math.
This is not for you if...
- You're committed to teaching the curriculum without considering students' needs.
- You already know how to plan responsive, differentiated problem solving lessons.
- You aren't sure that something new will work.
You can do this even if...
you have no time
These simple shifts will save you time by prioritizing what matters most to helping students problem solve word problems.
you have a set curriculum
These tips are not curriculum specific and work with any math teaching materials you use.
you're unsure it will work
I know you’ve tried everything to get your students to problem solve & not avoid the word problems.
I am confident that with commitment and an open mind Word Problem Workshop will help you simplify your planning & meet every child’s needs.
Teachers, ask your administrator for support!
Grab this email to copy and paste to your administrator asking them to cover the cost of this cohort.
"Real practice in action! Great facilitation and modeling."
3rd Grade Teach
Chicago, IL
At this point I've given you all the information I have to help you decide if Word Problem Workshop is the right next step for you.
If you’re still on the fence, just send me an email at hellomonamath@gmail.com and let me know what’s holding you back and I’ll let you know if I think you’re a good fit or not.
I can’t wait to help you create a math class that empowers your students to problem solve word problems confidently!