Transform Math Class into a Community of Problem Solvers
Let’s build problem solvers, not calculators. Word Problem Workshop book coming October 2025
In this episode we’re chatting about the expectations & support in math for help in any classroom. In this episode you will learn: Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🤍Juli Dixion’s work on “Just in Time” Supports 🤍Guide to Engaging Math Discussions 🤍Middle Web Article about moving from the “WHAT” to the “HOW” Other Honest Math […]
One of the best warm ups in math class to build math proficiency is Which One Doesn’t Belong. It is quick & easy, but gets everyone talking and participating. In this episode you will learn: Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🤍WODB Packs for all grade levels 🤍Guide to Engaging Math Discussions Related Resources: 🤍 Math Affirmations […]
What is Standards for Mathematical Practice (SMP) #1: (Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them) as it relates to math proficiency? On this mini math chat we will break it all down! We are chatting (quickly) about: Does any of this sound like you? You know that part of the Common Core standards is helping […]
Math Proficiency can be defined by the Standards for Mathematical Practice As we continue to chat about math proficiency, let’s add the Standards for Mathematical Practice into the mix. In the previous episodes we’ve chatted about the 5 Strands of Math Proficiency, now let’s dive into the SMP! In this episode you will learn: Does this […]
Math Block is OFTEN a topic or question that gets brought up in my work with teachers. Are you always on the search for a math block sample? If you are wondering how to fit it all into your Math Block, then this episode is for you! How to include your Word Problem Workshop with […]
Word Problem Solving is a challenge in most math classrooms. Do your students struggle with word problem solving? If so, then you need to know about Word Problem Workshop! You can find out more about Word Problem Workshop at MonaMath.com/enroll & on this episode of Honest Math Chat! Word Problem Solving is a challenge for everyone teaching math […]
What is Productive Disposition as it relates to math proficiency? On this mini math chat we will break it all down! We are chatting (quickly) about: Are you wondering What is Math Proficiency? What are the 5 Strands of Math Proficiency? Go and listen to episode #40 “What is Proficiency in Math?” Math Proficiency Podcast Series: What is Math Proficiency? […]
If you’re wondering how to build students’ ability with decomposing numbers, this is your episode. Students will need this skill for YEARS to come. So, in this episode we are chatting about simple activities and strategies to get your students decomposing numbers and building conceptual understanding! Zeba @Kindergarten Cafe is sharing her 4 steps to […]
