AJ Ellison
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Reno, Nevada, United States
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I am in my 25th year teaching. I have 20 years of middle school math experience that includes basic, support math through to Algebra 1. I have also taught 5th grade.
I am a Activboard Trainer in my district. I love to create engaging lessons and activities for my students.
I have been lucky enough to teach in two different countries, the USA and New Zealand.
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Compare and Order Rational Numbers Snake
Students will order 13 rational numbers in order from least to greatest. Students are given a snake template in which to order their numbers. This is an ideal activity for a quick formative assessment, warm-up, homework, or center activity. An answer key has been provided.
5th - 8th
Decimals, Fractions, Numbers
CCSS
6.NS.C.7a
Opposites and Absolute Values Game 6.NS.6c
Students will enjoy practice opposites and absolute values by playing a game with a partner. Students will be engaged in problem solving, explaining, and computation type problems as they play through the game board. All materials are included except a pencil and a paperclip.
This activity is great for test and quiz reviews, math centers, family centered homework, and substitute teachers.
5th - 8th
Decimals, Fractions, Numbers
Candy Corn Magic Square: Rational Numbers 6.NS.6
Magic squares are a fun way to practice math concepts! In this magic square students are presented with fractions, decimals, and mixed numbers and are tasked with matching each to their equivalent a/b form resulting in a candy corn shape. Students are given immediate feedback on the accuracy of their work as they build the candy corn puzzle and teachers can easily monitor for misunderstandings as students work through the magic square. Magic squares are perfect for classwork, homework, or math c
5th - 8th
Decimals, Fractions, Numbers
CCSS
6.NS.C.6
Dividing Decimals Matrix
A matrix is a great way to cement a process. It forces students to SLOW DOWN and really pay attention to the processes involved in a concept. Each problem requires students to work through and show work for each step in the process required to divide decimals with whole number divisors and decimal divisors. A matrix is a great activity to use as a review, homework, or warm-up.
6th - 9th
Decimals
CCSS
6.NS.B.3
Decimal Operations Honeycomb
Honeycombs are a great way to reach the variety of learning styles in the classroom. Adapted from McTighe and Wiggin's book Understanding By Design it provides a question that touches six different understanding types: Explanation, Interpretation, Application, Perspective, Empathy, and Self Knowledge. Students will generally relate well with 3 of the 6 questions. In my class, I have them answer at least 4 so that they have to stretch themselves on at least one. These questions provide amazing p
6th - 9th
Decimals
CCSS
6.NS.B.2
, 6.NS.B.3
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About the store
Experience
I am in my 25th year teaching. I have 20 years of middle school math experience that includes basic, support math through to Algebra 1. I have also taught 5th grade.
I am a Activboard Trainer in my district. I love to create engaging lessons and activities for my students.
I have been lucky enough to teach in two different countries, the USA and New Zealand.
Teaching style
I am a hands on teacher. I like lessons that promote discussion and thinking in my classroom. I like my students to be a bit off balance while they are working through a lesson so that they are truly working through the process of learning. I find it thrilling when my students come out of a lesson feeling accomplished and like the really understand the concepts we are working on. :)
Awards & shining teacher moments
RNR Best of Reno Best Middle School Math Teacher
NNMC Teacher of the Year
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