Transform Math Class into a Community of Problem Solvers
How to Support Students Who Struggle in Math There’s a moment in every classroom that still makes my shoulders tense. A student pauses.Their pencil hovers.They look up at you… not for an answer, but for permission. You planned carefully. You anticipated misconceptions. You broke the work down in ways that felt supportive and responsible. And […]
Why Word Problem Workshop in Kindergarten Matters More Than Ever I’ll start with a confession: I’ve never taught kindergarten. And honestly? I don’t think I could. Kindergarten teachers bring superhuman levels of patience, compassion, and organizational magic. They’re teaching kids how to be at school while supporting families at the same time. But I do […]
Let’s Just See What They Can Do If you’ve ever stood next to a teacher holding a word problem like it might burst into flames, you know this moment: “My kids can’t do this yet… the numbers are too big… they don’t regroup…” I hear this all the time, and honestly, I get it. When […]
Why We Need Math Coach Anchor Moves Now More Than Ever If your building has felt a little wild lately with louder hallways, shorter lessons, and teachers stretched thin, I want you to know you are not alone. I have been right there too, trying to coach in the middle of the chaos and wondering […]
🎙️ Learning Walks: Getting Better Together Hey teacher friends, Mona here! Today we’re diving into one of my favorite ways to grow as a team and strengthen math instruction across a school: Learning Walks. If you’ve never tried one before, don’t worry. By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly what Learning Walks are, […]
🎙️ A Better Way to Use CUBES in Math Word Problems: Moving From Keywords to Meaning Many teachers rely on the CUBES strategy to help students solve word problems. It provides structure, confidence, and a clear procedure. However, traditional CUBES can unintentionally train students to search for keywords instead of understanding the story. In this […]
🎙️ Building Thriving Math Communities with Kendra What does it really look like when students thrive in math? In this inspiring episode, Kendra shares how to build thriving math communities — classrooms where every child feels seen, confident, and ready to learn. She brings practical ideas and joyful strategies that help teachers create connection, purpose, […]
Each of us has a Math Story.Some stories are good. Some, not so much.Maybe yours began with racing to be the fastest in “Around the World,” or memorizing steps to get the answer first. Maybe it’s standing at the board while the teacher asks the class, “Are they right?” — even though everyone, including you, […]
