Are you looking for more ways to integrate writing into your content areas? Look no further than sticky note summaries! This strategy allows students to narrow down their summaries from a lot to a concise and precise summary. This strategy is great for reviewing what students have learned after a unit or as a way to find out what students know … [Read more...] about Sticky Note Summaries – Integrating Writing
Organizing Your Math Block
Organizing your math block can feel like an uphill battle, but it doesn't have to. By implementing the essential 5 elements in each and every math block you will be more organized and ready to tackle your next classroom challenge! Do 5 essential elements sound too simple? They're not, I promise. The truth is when you break down your math … [Read more...] about Organizing Your Math Block
Back to School with Cooperative Learning
When I think back to school I think relationships. My number one priority every year in the classroom when heading back to school is to build relationships with my students and work to have them build relationships and community with one another. The BEST way I have found to accomplish this is through cooperative learning. Back to school time is … [Read more...] about Back to School with Cooperative Learning
Using Quick Writes to Integrate Writing in Content Areas
Are you looking for a way to integrate writing? Look no further than quick writes! They are the best way to include writing in any content area when you are limited on time. What Are Quick Writes? A quick write is a writing piece that is completed in a short period of time with little to no prep on the teacher's part. They require minimal … [Read more...] about Using Quick Writes to Integrate Writing in Content Areas
4th Grade Math Pacing Guide – TEKS Based
Are you beginning to plan your year in 4th grade math? Or are you midway through the year and trying to figure out how you are going to fit it all in? Either way, I am here to help with a plan in the form of a pacing guide. This pacing guide is roughly what I used while teaching 4th grade math to my students in central Texas. I determined how … [Read more...] about 4th Grade Math Pacing Guide – TEKS Based