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Welcome! I’m a dedicated educator with 23 years of experience teaching second and third grade. My passion is creating rigorous, engaging, and effective resources that help students develop strong literacy and math skills. I believe in making learning meaningful through thoughtful instruction, hands-on activities, and research-based strategies. My goal is to support fellow teachers with high-quality resources that save time and make a big impact in the classroom. Thank you for visiting Big Ideas in Teaching—I hope you find materials that inspire great learning moments in your classroom!
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Preview of 2 and 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction BINGO - 9 Different Games  FUN!!!!

2 and 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction BINGO - 9 Different Games FUN!!!!

This kit brings the old game of BINGO back to life! Each game includes a game board the kids can create and 24 calling cards. The calling cards can have the answer printed on the back printing the pages front to back on a copy machine or printer. The following games are included: 2 digit subtraction no regrouping 2 digit subtraction with regrouping 3 digit subtraction no regrouping 3 digit subtraction with regrouping 3 digit subtraction across zeroes 2 digit addition no regrouping 2 digit ad
Preview of Two Step Problem Solving Activities

Two Step Problem Solving Activities

Teaching our students the method of multistep problem solving can be frustrating and exhausting! Make learning how to solve these complex math problems fun with the U.G.L.Y. method. You will need to model the UGLY method a few times until students completely understand the concept. There are essentially four easy steps. Understand the Problem: Students will read the math problem and underline any important information. Get a Strategy: There are many different strategies out there but I
Preview of Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 4 Topic A Smartboard Lessons

Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 4 Topic A Smartboard Lessons

In this file you will find complete Smartboard Lessons to compliment your Engage New York/Eureka Math lessons for Module 5 Topic A. These SmartBoard presentations will help guide you through your lesson, while entertaining and engaging your students! The slides also provide interactive activities for the fluency and concept routines. here is also a fun spin on the Sprints. There is a link to a You Tube video where the fluency facts will be projected on the screen for 7-9 seconds. Kids will nee
Preview of Engage New York Eureka Math Module 2 Bundle Second Grade

Engage New York Eureka Math Module 2 Bundle Second Grade

If you teach Eureka Math or Engage New York and have a Smartboard, you must have this! In this file you will find complete Smartboard Lessons to compliment your Engage New York/Eureka Math lessons for the entire Module 2. These lessons will help guide you through your lesson, while entertaining and engaging your students! The slides also provide interactive activities for the fluency and concept routines. There is also a fun spin on the Sprints. There is a link to a You Tube video where the fl
Preview of No Prep Multiplication Printables and Games

No Prep Multiplication Printables and Games

Print and go activities perfect for any third or fourth grade classroom use. This interactive printable and games for multiplication are a perfect supplement to any math curriculum. Included: Grouping Model Pg. 3 Groups of Fish 1 Pg. 4 Groups of Fish 2 Multiplication Facts Practice Pg. 5 Multiplication Facts Riddle 1 Pg. 6 Multiplication Facts Riddle 2 Pg. 7 Fishing Up Facts 1 Pg. 8 Fishing Up Facts 2 Pg. 9 One Odd Fish Finding the Unknown Pg. 10 Number Ponds 1 Pg. 11 Number Ponds 2 Pg. 12 W
Preview of Subtraction With a Twist: Subtracting Two Digit Numbers with 100s Grid

Subtraction With a Twist: Subtracting Two Digit Numbers with 100s Grid

Every teacher loves task cards! The task cards in this pack have a fun twist to them…color coding! Your students will solve each card, but instead of writing the answer, they will color the answer crayon that corresponds with the crayon on the task card. Your kiddos will have a blast with these task cards with a twist! The kids may show their work on the back of the paper or could also use a dry erase board to solve. This freebie includes Using a 100’s Chart to Find the Unknown Number in
Preview of Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 5 Topic A Smartboard Lessons

Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 5 Topic A Smartboard Lessons

In this file you will find complete Smartboard Lessons to compliment your Engage New York/Eureka Math lessons for Module 5 Topic A. These SmartBoard presentations will help guide you through your lesson, while entertaining and engaging your students! The slides also provide interactive activities for the fluency and concept routines. here is also a fun spin on the Sprints. There is a link to a You Tube video where the fluency facts will be projected on the screen for 7-9 seconds. Kids will nee
Preview of 2.OA.A.1 Problem Solving for Unknowns Addition and Subtraction Scavenger Hunt

2.OA.A.1 Problem Solving for Unknowns Addition and Subtraction Scavenger Hunt

Addition and subtraction change diagrams directly address the standard 2.OA.A.1 – problem solving for unknowns. The three unknowns addressed in this activity are start unknown, change unknown, and result unknown. There are practice problems for each of the unknowns that can be done whole group before completing the scavenger hunt. Simply project the problems onto your Smart Board/Promethean board or print out the pages to use under a document camera. After completing the practice problem
Preview of Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 6 Topic A Smartboard Lessons

Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 6 Topic A Smartboard Lessons

In this file you will find complete Smartboard Lessons to compliment your Engage New York/Eureka Math lessons for Module 6 Topic A. These SmartBoard presentations will help guide you through your lesson, while entertaining and engaging your students! The slides also provide interactive activities for the fluency and concept routines. There is also a fun spin on the Sprints. There is a link to a You Tube video where the fluency facts will be projected on the screen for 7-9 seconds. Kids will nee
Preview of Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 4 Topic D Smartboard Lessons

Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 4 Topic D Smartboard Lessons

In this file you will find complete Smartboard Lessons to compliment your Engage New York/Eureka Math lessons for Module 4 Topic D. These SmartBoard presentations will help guide you through your lesson, while entertaining and engaging your students! The slides also provide interactive activities for the fluency and concept routines. There is also a fun spin on the Sprints. There is a link to a You Tube video where the fluency facts will be projected on the screen for 7-9 seconds. Kids will nee
Preview of Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 4 Topic C Smartboard Lessons

Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 4 Topic C Smartboard Lessons

In this file you will find complete Smartboard Lessons to compliment your Engage New York/Eureka Math lessons for Module 4 Topic C. These SmartBoard presentations will help guide you through your lesson, while entertaining and engaging your students! The slides also provide interactive activities for the fluency and concept routines. There is also a fun spin on the Sprints. There is a link to a You Tube video where the fluency facts will be projected on the screen for 7-9 seconds. Kids will nee
Preview of Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 4 Topic B Smartboard Lessons

Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 4 Topic B Smartboard Lessons

In this file you will find complete Smartboard Lessons to compliment your Engage New York/Eureka Math lessons for Module 4 Topic B. These SmartBoard presentations will help guide you through your lesson, while entertaining and engaging your students! The slides also provide interactive activities for the fluency and concept routines. There is also a fun spin on the Sprints. There is a link to a You Tube video where the fluency facts will be projected on the screen for 7-9 seconds. Kids will nee
Preview of Subtraction Task Cards With a Twist

Subtraction Task Cards With a Twist

Every teacher loves task cards! The task cards in this pack have a fun twist to them…color coding! Your students will solve each card, but instead of writing the answer, they will color the answer box that corresponds with the crayon on the task card. Your kiddos will have a blast with these task cards with a twist! There are five sets of task cards, a color coding form for each, and answer key. These sets can be stored in bags or can be hole punched and put on rings as well. These cards a
Preview of Engage New York (Eureka Math) Grade 2 Module 6 Topic B Smartboard Lessons

Engage New York (Eureka Math) Grade 2 Module 6 Topic B Smartboard Lessons

In this file you will find complete Smartboard Lessons to compliment your Engage New York/Eureka Math lessons for Module 6 Topic B. These SmartBoard presentations will help guide you through your lesson, while entertaining and engaging your students! The slides also provide interactive activities for the fluency and concept routines. There is also a fun spin on the Sprints. There is a link to a You Tube video where the fluency facts will be projected on the screen for 7-9 seconds. Kids will nee
Preview of Equivalent Names For Numbers Task Cards or Scoot Test Prep

Equivalent Names For Numbers Task Cards or Scoot Test Prep

Students can practice finding equivalent names for number problems. This activity has students adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing to find number problems that are equal. This is GREAT state test prep! This activity includes 24 task cards to use independently, as a walking tour, or scoot! A student recording form is included as well. Happy teaching! Emily Foltz Big Ideas in Teaching
Preview of FREEBIE ~ No Prep Multiplication Printables

FREEBIE ~ No Prep Multiplication Printables

Do your kids need more practice using multiplication? This free product has fun printables that are practice for independent work, centers, or small groups. These activities are part of No Prep Multiplication Printables. It is 28 pages of multiplication fun! More Math Fun! Telling Time to the Quarter Hour Explicit Lesson 2 and 3 Digit Addition and Subtraction Bingo Fractions on a Number Line Scavenger Hunt Fraction Number Talks and Posters 2 and 3 Digit Subtraction Task Cards - With a Twist!
Preview of Math Match Up: Greater than, Less than, Equal to Math Problem Sorting Center

Math Match Up: Greater than, Less than, Equal to Math Problem Sorting Center

This is a great math center for students to practice the computation skill: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. This center includes 4 sets of Match-Up cards. Students practice solving math equations and putting the cards under the correct heading. Students fill in a recording form for accountability. This activity can be used over and over again to help Each set includes: *3 heading cards: greater than, less than, and equal to *15 equations to solve and sort *Recordin
Preview of Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 4 Lesson 11 Smartboard Lesson

Engage New York Eureka Math 2nd Grade Module 4 Lesson 11 Smartboard Lesson

In this file you will find the complete Smartboard Lesson for Module 4 Lesson 17. This Smartboard file will help guide you through the lesson, while entertaining and engaging your students! The slides also provide interactive activities for the fluency and concept routines. This lesson is part of the complete Module 4 Topic D file found in my TPT store. Have fun teaching math!
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Welcome! I’m a dedicated educator with 23 years of experience teaching second and third grade. My passion is creating rigorous, engaging, and effective resources that help students develop strong literacy and math skills. I believe in making learning meaningful through thoughtful instruction, hands-on activities, and research-based strategies. My goal is to support fellow teachers with high-quality resources that save time and make a big impact in the classroom. Thank you for visiting Big Ideas in Teaching—I hope you find materials that inspire great learning moments in your classroom!

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I give my students a hands on learning experience with a gradual release of control. I like to follow an "I do", "We do", "You do" approach to learning. Students share their knowledge with each other through lots of sharing and classroom discussions.