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Jennifer Bergeron
United States - Illinois - Glenview
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"I never again had friends like the ones I had when I was 12. Does anyone?".
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A common question students ask about math is: “When are we gonna have to use this?” or “Why do we need to know how to do this?” Well, no...
This is an in-class project that can be done after reading Jon Scieszka's beautifully illustrated book MATH CURSE. Illustrations are done by Lan...
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Students are given a generic cereal (I used Cheerios) and told to create the most cost-efficient and desirable packaging to attract consumers to ...
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This is a game that I've created to help my middle school students practice their multiplication facts in a more "fun" way. This game, as prepar...
If you are looking for an easy lesson plan template, check this one out! Open the preview file to understand how my template works. If you have...
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This math autobiography is an excellent way to get to know your students on the first day of school! It is a way for them to express their feeli...
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This is a fun addition to the end-of-the-year yearbook that most schools offer their students. It is a way to share a memorable moment that ever...
If you are teaching/reading the book TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE by Mitch Albom, here is a list of his aphorisms found throughout the book. I'm not sur...
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Kids create self-portraits using proportions devised from data collection of their daily habits--a VERY fun project for the teacher and the stude...
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This is a Jeopardy(R) - like game, but due to Jeopardy(R) being a trademarked game show, I call this "Pojardy." Exciting, fun, and can keep your...
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These lecture notes are ideal for students who have trouble understanding the traditional "number line" method for adding and subtracting integer...
Here is a fun project/lesson on misleading graphs! The preview file I've included is necessary for teaching the lesson. I've made it the previe...
This activity is a fun way for students to discover PI. Most students can tell you that PI is 3.1415926...but, how many can tell you HOW you can...
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This is a card game that uses the idea of positive and negative integers (and absolute value) to create "zero pairs". There are a number of diff...
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This file is the basic properties of Algebra, one property per page. This can be enlarged to larger poster sized paper (at Kinko's) or printed o...
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This is a homework log sheet that my students use when they come to class with an incomplete homework assignment. It puts all the responsibility...
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This project is great for an end-of-year review in Pre-Algebra. It is a way for the students to review all of the main topics in the curriculum ...
I have found a Dr. Seuss book that demonstrates the idea of linear equations. I started the lesson by reading the book to the students and creat...
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This is a homeroom/advisory activity that is done to help students manage goals. The areas are academic, social, personal, and physical. To sta...
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This is a great tool for parent-teacher conferences. The students fill it out, then the teacher fills out the same sheet so the parents can see ...
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candicemariecampbell
Little too tough for my kiddos this year, but looks great! Hope to use next year!
May 9, 2013
gjohnson73
nice activity
May 7, 2013
Flippercloset
Thanks
May 7, 2013
Flippercloset
Thanks
May 7, 2013
Flippercloset
Thanks
May 7, 2013
Flippercloset
Thanks
May 7, 2013
gmitche1
Nice!
May 5, 2013
RM1230
Very good
May 5, 2013
rwilliamsjcg
Very useful
May 2, 2013
jcheatham22
Great!
April 30, 2013
ekelle58
Jennifer is VERY helpful. Email her with questions, and she will send back a list of suggestions
April 18, 2013
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Thanks!! I hope my suggestions helped you adapt this project! It's always a fun activity and makes a great memory for the students when they come back to visit after a few years pass by. Siblings love to find their older sisters/brothers pages too. That is a lot of fun!
April 18, 2013 
bmwin4
Great posters, thanks!
April 16, 2013
bmwin4
never thought of it this way...interesting. thanks!
April 16, 2013
ayontz
I like the layout!
April 16, 2013
Honnye
Great product.
April 7, 2013
Honnye
Nice.
April 6, 2013
Honnye
Great resource.
April 6, 2013
cconnor
Great resource!
April 5, 2013
maxineschnoor
My kids really enjoyed this, thanks!
April 4, 2013
ashhatch
This is a great activity!
March 30, 2013
pam52
Looks like a great project. Can't wait to try it!
March 26, 2013
tecara
My class loves projects - always a way to increase real participation.
March 24, 2013
The Enlightened Elephant (TpT Seller)
We did this activity with skittles and the students really liked it...especially since they got to eat them!
March 16, 2013
bargall
Great Pi Day activities!
March 12, 2013
janiceburke
Thanks.
March 10, 2013
ayontz
Creative way to demonstrate math skills.
March 10, 2013
bmwin4
Just started this today and already my students had a blast!
February 25, 2013
carriejingalls
Great! Will definitely use this!
February 18, 2013
Brittany2
Great resource. I love the concept of the students helping you calculate when they got into a circle outside! Thank you!
February 17, 2013
cmeneghini
My 7th graders LOVED this project. Thanks for the fun way to discuss proportions!
February 14, 2013
abiabi
Good idea!
February 6, 2013
tozion02
Great, product. I was looking for something a little more detailed.
February 5, 2013
missdrabik
This is great for those last days as things are winding down. It's also a great idea to do a bit at a time throughout the year and have it finished by June.
February 3, 2013
naomi80
Kids love this game.
February 3, 2013
beckygodin
Thanks!
February 3, 2013
Stephanie van Yzerloo (TpT Seller)
After showing my students unique tessellations (not just simple shapes) they really wanted to make some. The instructions in here were awesome and my class had a blast and created some very interesting shapes.
January 31, 2013
jclayn1
great
January 31, 2013
tmcl
Great! thanks.
January 30, 2013
hendrick
GReat... can not wait to use it
January 29, 2013
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:
abiederman re: Math Curse Book Project
Hi, Great idea!! I didn't get any examples with my download though. Is there a special place I need to go to get those? Thanks!!
May 8, 2013
Lisa Westerfield (TpT Seller) re: Graphing Linear Equations CENTERS Activity - Algebra
Is it possible to get the graphing linear equations centers in a Word doc so I can make some edits. I'd like to alter the jobs slightly and elaborate on the homework assignment.
March 17, 2013
Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah Designs (TpT Seller)
Hola Neighbor!!! I'm from Byron, Illinois.... do you know where that's at? I just relocated to Ohio for a job but I'm moving back next year. I'm your newest follower
Take Care,
Beth /Zippy
Take Care,
Beth /Zippy
November 29, 2012
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Hi there! No, I'm sorry, I don't know where Byron is, but I like that name. If I have a son, maybe I'll name him that. Haven't had a student named Byron yet, so it's still a name choice! Haha. I'm up near Chicago--in the Northern burbs. Is Byron near there?
Jenny
Jenny
November 30, 2012
lseipel re: Unit Analysis (Dimensional Analysis) presentation and practice
I am in the same boat as Elisabeth, I cannot download the purchase. I too, liked what I saw and would like to use it. I commented on this problem right after I bought it and I just checked again (several months later) and I still cannot download the ppt. PLEASE fix the ppt so we can use the product.
Linda
Linda
September 9, 2012
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
I apologize! I wasn't getting any of the TPT emails for years. Now I get them, and I have updated the file. Hopefully you can still download it. If not, write to me at jkreiseder@yahoo.com and I'll send it to you that way.
September 9, 2012
MarnaJoy re: Math Curse Book Project
I purchased a the activity based on Math Curse. Do you have a finished example that you could send to me? If so, please email me at marna.moore@cowetaschools.org .
Thank you in advance.
Thank you in advance.
May 15, 2012
Scipi (TpT Seller) re: Exponential Properties Poster/Handout
I saw your store on the home page of Teachers Pay Teachers; so, I thought I would look at your freebie. I wasn't sure how to rate double sided grid paper, so I found another free product that I knew I could use in my classroom. I teach remedial math on the college level.
I have a couple of suggestions that might help you to better market your products. First, create a cover page which can then be used as an attractive thumbnail to entice buyers. You might also add a second page which is a directions or suggestions page. List several ways you use this product. Never assume that a buyer knows how, why, or when to use your product. Use the footer to put the copyright symbol, your name and date of creation on EVERY page. Items, especially free ones, have been "stolen" from TPT and posted on other sites to be sold. You have to protect all of your creations.
Since you teach math, I’d appreciate your input on my freebie listed below. It is geared for grades 4-6.
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/March-St-Patricks-Day-Word-Puzzles-Identifying-Fractional-Parts
I am now your 59th follower, and hope you will reciprocate at my store as well. http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/SciPi/Products
The teaching world needs quality math materials; so, good luck as you sell on TPT!
I have a couple of suggestions that might help you to better market your products. First, create a cover page which can then be used as an attractive thumbnail to entice buyers. You might also add a second page which is a directions or suggestions page. List several ways you use this product. Never assume that a buyer knows how, why, or when to use your product. Use the footer to put the copyright symbol, your name and date of creation on EVERY page. Items, especially free ones, have been "stolen" from TPT and posted on other sites to be sold. You have to protect all of your creations.
Since you teach math, I’d appreciate your input on my freebie listed below. It is geared for grades 4-6.
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/March-St-Patricks-Day-Word-Puzzles-Identifying-Fractional-Parts
I am now your 59th follower, and hope you will reciprocate at my store as well. http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/SciPi/Products
The teaching world needs quality math materials; so, good luck as you sell on TPT!
February 8, 2012
Scipi (TpT Seller) re: Exponential Properties Poster/Handout
I saw your store on the home page of Teachers Pay Teachers; so, I thought I would look at your freebie. I wasn't sure how to rate double sided grid paper, so I found another free product that I knew I could use in my classroom. I teach remedial math on the college level.
I have a couple of suggestions that might help you to better market your products. First, create a cover page which can then be used as an attractive thumbnail to entice buyers. You might also add a second page which is a directions or suggestions page. List several ways you use this product. Never assume that a buyer knows how, why, or when to use your product. Use the footer to put the copyright symbol, your name and date of creation on EVERY page. Items, especially free ones, have been "stolen" from TPT and posted on other sites to be sold. You have to protect all of your creations.
Since you teach math, I’d appreciate your input on my freebie listed below. It is geared for grades 4-6.
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/March-St-Patricks-Day-Word-Puzzles-Identifying-Fractional-Parts
I am now your 59th follower, and hope you will reciprocate at my store as well. http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/SciPi/Products
The teaching world needs quality math materials; so, good luck as you sell on TPT!
I have a couple of suggestions that might help you to better market your products. First, create a cover page which can then be used as an attractive thumbnail to entice buyers. You might also add a second page which is a directions or suggestions page. List several ways you use this product. Never assume that a buyer knows how, why, or when to use your product. Use the footer to put the copyright symbol, your name and date of creation on EVERY page. Items, especially free ones, have been "stolen" from TPT and posted on other sites to be sold. You have to protect all of your creations.
Since you teach math, I’d appreciate your input on my freebie listed below. It is geared for grades 4-6.
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/March-St-Patricks-Day-Word-Puzzles-Identifying-Fractional-Parts
I am now your 59th follower, and hope you will reciprocate at my store as well. http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/SciPi/Products
The teaching world needs quality math materials; so, good luck as you sell on TPT!
February 8, 2012
Elisabeth Williams (TpT Seller) re: Unit Analysis (Dimensional Analysis) presentation and practice
Can you please fix this file so that I can download it? I purchased it and it is a corrupt file that will not open. I don't want to have to give you a bad review. I liked what I saw in the preview of this item and I'm sure you have the actual ppt but you need to fix it so that those that purchase your product can download the product. I didn't check your feedback before I purchased which I should have, since 2 other people commented that your file will not open.
January 13, 2012
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
I apologize! I wasn't getting any of the TPT emails for years. Now I get them, and I have updated the file. Hopefully you can still download it. If not, write to me at jkreiseder@yahoo.com and I'll send it to you that way.
September 9, 2012
MarleneCollins re: Memorizing Squares 1-20 - A FUN Approach!
I bought the memorizing squares 1-20 activity. It does not include the mnemonics that you promised -- it only includes the student worksheet. Please update!
November 9, 2011
tchnyou re: Algebraic Properties Posters
I cannot download each poster. Only the preview page will show and I cannot print it. Looks good, but please help. My direct email is anita.bennett@nn.k12.us.va Thanks!
October 11, 2011
pdress re: Math Class Expectations and Guidelines
I purchased the math expectation product and when I try to download it it appears as music notes....please correct. thank you
August 15, 2011
royweiss re: Math Curse Book Project
Jennifer, I can't tell from the download preview what your package includes. The student samples look great though.
August 22, 2010
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
It's the student packet to create the final product--if you want to ask more questions about it, please feel free to email me at jkreiseder@yahoo.com. I don't often realize when I have messages on this post! :) Thanks for the interest--I just updated this file to include a detailed rubric I made on rubistar.com. :)
October 5, 2010
lcgalizio re: End of Year Memory Book
How many pages is the End of the Year Memory Book? Your samples have big figures blocking them and there isn't enough showing to get an idea of the product. Please let me know...Luanne
May 31, 2010
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
If you're still curious, send me an email at jkreiseder@yahoo.com. I'll give you a better idea there, and maybe another sample! :) I'm sorry, I haven't checked this message board in too long, but I'll get back to you by email right away.
June 14, 2010
swartzgm
Hello. I purchased your math in the real world lesson. Would you forward the Word document so that I might make some changes to suit my alternative school class needs.
Thank you
Gary
swartzgm@kalamazoo.k12.mi.us
Thank you
Gary
swartzgm@kalamazoo.k12.mi.us
December 4, 2009
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Hello. I am so sorry, I haven't checked this account in years. Do you still want an answer to your question? If so, email me at jkreiseder@glenview34.org and I'd be glad to answer your questions! :) Jenny
March 24, 2010
wstever
Hi!
In your pancake method lesson for integers, do you show how to subtract a negative? For example, 5- -8= ?
In your pancake method lesson for integers, do you show how to subtract a negative? For example, 5- -8= ?
November 24, 2009
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Hello. I am so sorry, I haven't checked this account in years. Do you still want an answer to your question? If so, email me at jkreiseder@glenview34.org and I'd be glad to answer your questions! :) Jenny
March 24, 2010
Stacy Schromm (TpT Seller) re: DIS-Proportionate Faces
Hello.
I purchased your DIS-proportionate faces, and it looks wonderful. As I'm preparing to use it, I wondered if you had final product photos I could view.
Thank you. Stacy Schromm
I purchased your DIS-proportionate faces, and it looks wonderful. As I'm preparing to use it, I wondered if you had final product photos I could view.
Thank you. Stacy Schromm
March 19, 2009
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Hello. I am so sorry, I haven't checked this account in years. Do you still want an answer to your question? If so, email me at jkreiseder@glenview34.org and I'd be glad to answer your questions! :) Jenny
March 24, 2010
hutch03
For whatever reason, the Jeopardy game is giving me some problems:) I have PowerPoint 2007 at home (which is where this was downloaded and game created). However, at the college they have 2003. So, I'm not sure if this is why I am having issues???? Normally, I should be able to click the home or arrow thumbnail picture at the bottom of the slide to advance to the next screen or return to home. However, that is no the case. I even went in and reformatted (I think) so the hyperlink would take me to home etc. Well, that didn't work either. Any ideas on what I might be doing/have done wrong?
Thanks
Thanks
February 19, 2009
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Hello. I am so sorry, I haven't checked this account in years. Do you still want an answer to your question? If so, email me at jkreiseder@glenview34.org and I'd be glad to answer your questions! :) Jenny
March 24, 2010
mayflower31
I am sorry, but for some reason I can not read what the form is saying. I am looking for something to make my students more responsible. It would be great if this was something that I could use.
September 24, 2008
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Hello. I am so sorry, I haven't checked this account in years. Do you still want an answer to your question? If so, email me at jkreiseder@glenview34.org and I'd be glad to answer your questions! :) Jenny
March 24, 2010
jcrs
I downloaded this lesson and was wondering if it was supposed to have the misleading graphs that you described in the lesson plan?
August 19, 2008
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Hello. I am so sorry, I haven't checked this account in years. Do you still want an answer to your question? If so, email me at jkreiseder@glenview34.org and I'd be glad to answer your questions! :) Jenny
March 24, 2010
Math Master (TpT Seller)
I was unable to download this document. Is it still available?
August 8, 2008
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Hello. I am so sorry, I haven't checked this account in years. Do you still want an answer to your question? If so, email me at jkreiseder@glenview34.org and I'd be glad to answer your questions! :) Jenny
March 24, 2010
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
To answer the question about the homework log... I have the students all keep a copy in their classroom file (or portfolio). That way it is a log sheet that stays in the classroom and I can access it if I ever need to (if a parent calls). The students also have access to it at any time. They must transfer the list of missing assignments into their assignment notebook though, because that sheet stays in the room. I usually put it on colored paper so that the kids can find it easily when they need it. It works very well--I shared the idea with a few other teachers in my school and they have all started to use it as well. Of course, until the kids are used to it, you'll have to prompt them to fill it out and check it. Eventually they will do it on their own. :)
July 18, 2007
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Hello. I am so sorry, I haven't checked this account in years. Do you still want an answer to your question? If so, email me at jkreiseder@glenview34.org and I'd be glad to answer your questions! :) Jenny
March 24, 2010
DKarnes
I teach 7th & 8th grade special ed. reading/math and I was curious as to how you used the "missing homework log"? Do you have the kids keep a copy for themselves in their binder or do you use it for each class as an accountability sheet?
July 15, 2007
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Hello. I am so sorry, I haven't checked this account in years. Do you still want an answer to your question? If so, email me at jkreiseder@glenview34.org and I'd be glad to answer your questions! :) Jenny
March 24, 2010
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Oh, and I use WordArt a lot too. It is better to create things like this in Powerpoint because you can easily move things around. In Word, you are a bit more limited so I stay away from that program when creating things. I found the grid on images.google.com and just copied and pasted it in!
August 13, 2006
Jennifer Bergeron (TpT Seller)
Hello. I am so sorry, I haven't checked this account in years. Do you still want an answer to your question? If so, email me at jkreiseder@glenview34.org and I'd be glad to answer your questions! :) Jenny
March 24, 2010
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
I currently teach Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and Geometry to 7th and 8th graders in the Northern suburbs of Chicago. I have been teaching since 2004, and I have noticed that many of the units I'm looking for aren't already bundled in a nice package...so I made them myself! To help YOU, my fellow teachers, find the "bundles" I've been looking for! I have put much time into creating my supplemental materials and units. Through sharing and observation of my self-created lessons, colleagues have suggested that I find a way to share the materials I have created. I hope you find my materials helpful! PLEASE email me at: jkreiseder@yahoo.com if you have questions! If you have suggestions for my materials, please let me know. If I agree, I'll fix it and send you back an updated version.
MY TEACHING STYLE
I follow them middle-school philosophy and team teach on a block schedule that loops (I teach the same 8th graders that I taught in 7th grade). That means that most of my lessons are geared towards a 70/90 minute block of time, while my classes meet 3 or 4 times a week. The lessons can be adjusted to fit whatever schedule you have, though. As teachers, I think we learn time management and adjusting to the speed of our classes right away! Also, I use the McDougall-Littell Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and Geometry series. So, many of the lessons will correspond with the chapters from those books. While my lessons may follow the order of presentation from the McDougall-Littell series, I aim to make each lesson/activity thorough enough to stand on its own. Sometimes I'll ignore the book completely, and present the material in a way that I think the students will "experience" more of the math, making connections and discoveries on their own, and therefore remember it.
HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT
I have been part of a school that has won major awards in my time there. We have won the AIMS Demonstration School of Distinction (Local Affiliation of NMSA), National Blue Ribbon Award, and the Horizon School to Watch Award in the past 6 years. Personally I have been awarded three grants and the team I work on won a Teams that Excel award from the Illinois State Board of Education. I have presented at two conferences and my school was asked to host an AIMS conference due to receiving the School of Distinction status. Currently I am working on my National Board Certification.
MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY
I completed high school in the Northern suburbs of Chicago. I then headed out to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and completed an undergraduate degree in Cinematography. This degree has helped me in the are of technology, which I include in my lessons as often as I can. However, it is more of a hobby now. Then I completed my Master of Arts in Teaching degree at National-Louis University at the Evanston, Wheeling, and Chicago campuses. In the last semester of my Master's program, I concurrently taught algebra at National-Louis' demonstration school. Then I entered the public school system where I teach pre-algebra, algebra, and geometry curricula. Sometimes spend the summers teaching remedial math to middle school students. I have also started teaching graduate Middle Level Education courses at National-Louis University that focus on adolescent development and curriculum development.
ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
Right now, I am focusing on implementing the disciplines of Love and Logic in my classroom. I have attended workshops and read the books, and my advice to anyone (new teacher or old) who hasn't read up on this philosophy yet, do so! Of course, mold it to your own management style, but its definitely worth your time! Oh, and feel free to contact me with any questions you have about any of my products before buying them. You can write to me at jkreiseder@yahoo.com. **** Earlier this year, right before school started, my hard drive crashed and was unrecoverable. THANK YOU PAUL for this website--I have archived a bunch of my files on your site and couldn't be happier I signed up!! ****
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