6th Grade Marks the Spot
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I am a sixth grade teacher! I began my teaching career in a third grade setting, and moved up to sixth grade when an opening came because of my love of math. I absolutely love working with the upper grades because the kids come with such unique personalities. I love that they have their favorite subjects, and I love that I get to open a new world of favorites to them as well. I love making math fun for my students, and I love helping them see that school is awesome.
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Elf in the Classroom: NO PREP Holiday Problem Solving & Brain Puzzles for 4-8
As a teacher, I always want to have a plan B, but in December I want to have plans A-G! :) These problem solving cards are a great way to incorporate problem solving and deeper thinking in your classroom with NO PREP on your part.
What type of problems will I find in this file?
Check out the preview, but you will find 25 problems with:
algebraic balancing
algebra grids
word problems (students should know factors & multiples and all 4 basic operations, area of rectangles and triangles)
combi
5th - 8th
Math, Mental Math, Other (Math)
Critical Thinking Equation Brain Puzzles CCSS MP.3
Brain puzzles are one of my favorite ways to informally introduce mathematical reasoning sprinkled with a tiny hint of proofs. They get kids talking about the WHY of numbers and give them practice defending their ideas. If there’s a mistake, it’s a perfect space for conversation. I also love that one problem can result in multiple answers! They are a great way to meet the Standards for Mathematical Practice, particularly MP.3.
What’s Included in this Download?
★ 20 critical thinking puzzles
6th
Algebra, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
MP3
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Experience
I am a sixth grade teacher! I began my teaching career in a third grade setting, and moved up to sixth grade when an opening came because of my love of math. I absolutely love working with the upper grades because the kids come with such unique personalities. I love that they have their favorite subjects, and I love that I get to open a new world of favorites to them as well. I love making math fun for my students, and I love helping them see that school is awesome.
Teaching style
Four words: Cooperative and Active Learning. Finding the balance in a classroom can be difficult, but I believe that there is a place for everything. Much learning can be done when students get a chance to move around and bounce ideas off with a partner. Students work in groups, partners, trios, (pretty much any group size) daily. I also believe that there must be a time for individual work. The key is the balance, and that is an ongoing, daily challenge. :)
My own education history
I graduated with a BS in Elementary Education. I began my collegiate studies in the mathematics field, preparing for a math or physics education degree. I love math, and my students have grown to enjoy it as well! I have completed my arts integration endorsement, and I'm constantly amazed by how much it makes students LOVE learning! I recently had a student tell me he'd start coming in on Saturdays if I taught an art class. #teacherwin
Additional biographical information
I will eat pretty much any fruit, and my students know that the key to my heart is via watermelon, strawberries, smoothies, apples, grapes and Cutie oranges.
Come visit me at <strong>6thgrademarksthespot.blogspot.com!</strong>
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