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I love teaching all types of math including Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Algebra 2, Consumer Math and of course Geometry. I have been teaching over 20 years now and I keep learning new tips and tricks to keep the kids learning. Students always want to know what is my favorite part of math, and I always answer "The part we are doing right now".
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Preview of Multiplication Facts Matching Cards/ Sorting Cards

Multiplication Facts Matching Cards/ Sorting Cards

Contains 18 sets of matching cards, one half the cards are multiplication problems with the other half are the answers. Students can work independently to match cards, with partners or teacher can pass out problems and call out answers to have students respond with match.
Preview of May Sampler Freebie

May Sampler Freebie

Need a quick (or not so quick) activity for unexpected absences or for earlier finishers? Includes a word search with May words with a secret message, a number puzzle, a cut and paste puzzle and a Calendar page for May to plan for the month.
Preview of Area of Circle Puzzle Set

Area of Circle Puzzle Set

Students practice finding the area of circles in these 4 puzzles given either circumference, diameter or radius. In two of the puzzles pi is left in the answer and the other two has an answer using pi= 3.14. Puzzles have 2 levels for differentiation in the classroom and answer keys are included for all. In the simpler level, the outside edges are blank, so if students are having difficulty, have them arrange the pieces so the blank sides are on the outside. In the more challenging level, the e
Preview of April Sampler Freebie

April Sampler Freebie

April sampler includes a word search featuring april words and contains a secret message after all words have been found. Cut and paste mini-puzzles with equivalent fractions- 4 versions which are great used as a warm up or at centers. 4 Tic Tac Toe game boards for students to practice order of operations and an April blank calendar for planning.
Preview of February Sampler Pack

February Sampler Pack

Need a quick (or not so quick) activity for unexpected absences or for earlier finishers? Includes a word search - February words with a secret message, a one step equation number maze, a cut and paste signed integers puzzle, a Love Poster for your bulletin board and a Calendar page for February to plan for the month.
Preview of Decimal Addition and Subtraction Puzzle Set

Decimal Addition and Subtraction Puzzle Set

Students practice adding and subtracting decimals in this puzzle set. Set includes 4 different puzzles with 2 different levels of difficulty for students. Two of the puzzles practice adding decimals and the other two are subtracting puzzles. Puzzles have 2 levels for differentiation in the classroom and answer keys are included for all. Puzzles finish at approx 9 inches square. In the simpler level, the outside edges are blank, so if students are having difficulty, have them arrange the pieces
Preview of Fraction Operations Matching Card/ Card Sort Bundle

Fraction Operations Matching Card/ Card Sort Bundle

Students practice adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing fractions in this matching activity to use in a variety of ways. Cut apart and use for a single student or pair of students. The set includes 4 sets of 18 pairs of matching cards --one set for each of the 4 operations. Cards have one side with the fraction problem, the other side with a solution. Great activity to practice or review before a test. Individual Matching Card sets of each operation available separately. Fraction Mu
Preview of Fraction Multiplication Matching Card/ Card Sort Set

Fraction Multiplication Matching Card/ Card Sort Set

Students practice multiplying fractions in this matching activity to use in a variety of ways. Cut apart and use for a single student or pair of students. The set includes 18 pairs of matching cards—one side with the fraction problem, the other side with a solution. Great activity to practice or review before a test. You can use to pair up students for other activities. You can also use these cards as a ticket in the door or ticket out the door. Additional uses for these cards are explained in
Preview of Fraction Subtraction Matching Card/ Sorting Card Set

Fraction Subtraction Matching Card/ Sorting Card Set

Students practice subtracting fractions in this matching activity to use in a variety of ways. Cut apart and use for a single student or pair of students. The set includes 18 pairs of matching cards—one side with the fraction problem, the other side with a solution. Great activity to practice or review before a test. You can use to pair up students for other activities. You can also use these cards as a ticket in the door or ticket out the door. Additional uses for these cards are explained in
Preview of Fraction Operation Domino Bundle

Fraction Operation Domino Bundle

Students practice adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing fractions in a game format. This bundle includes 4 different sets of dominoes for each fraction operation for a total of : 4-8 Domino sets, 4- 12 Domino sets, 4- 16 Domino sets and 4- 24 Domino sets. The smaller sets are great for pairs or even a student who likes to work alone. The larger sets are good for groups of 3 or 4. This is a great activity for review and practice. Dominoes are cut apart, placed face down and students
Preview of Fraction Multiplication Domino Set

Fraction Multiplication Domino Set

Students practice multiplying fractions in a game format. Set includes 4 different sets of dominoes: 8 Dominoes, 12 Dominoes, 16 Dominoes and 24 Dominoes. The smaller sets are great for pairs or even a student who likes to work alone. The larger sets are good for groups of 3 or 4. Dominoes are cut apart, placed face down and students draw all dominoes equally. Student with "start" places the first domino and then student with the answer/fraction problem in their hand plays the next. This con
Preview of Fraction Addition Matching Cards/ Sorting Cards

Fraction Addition Matching Cards/ Sorting Cards

Students practice adding fractions in this matching activity to use in a variety of ways. Cut apart and use for a single student or pair of students. The set includes 18 pairs of matching cards—one side with the fraction problem, the other side with a solution. Great activity to practice or review before a test. You can use to pair up students for other activities. You can also use these cards as a ticket in the door or ticket out the door. Additional uses for these cards are explained in the
Preview of Fraction Division Matching Cards

Fraction Division Matching Cards

Students practice dividing fractions in this matching activity to use in a variety of ways. Cut apart and use for a single student or pair of students. The set includes 18 pairs of matching cards—one side with the fraction problem, the other side with a solution. Great activity to practice or review before a test. You can use to pair up students for other activities. You can also use these cards as a ticket in the door or ticket out the door. Additional uses for these cards are explained in th
Preview of Fraction Operations Puzzle

Fraction Operations Puzzle

Students practice adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing fractions in these 4 puzzles. Each puzzle highlights one of the operations. Puzzles are all a basic level, where the outside edges are bland. Each 16 piece puzzle is coded with a letter to easily check the solution on the included answer keys. The puzzles create a 4 x 4 square which finishes at 9 inches. You can use the puzzles on different days, at stations or even give cut pieces to students to put together at home. Since the
Preview of Fraction Subtraction Dominoes

Fraction Subtraction Dominoes

Students practice solving subtracting fractions in a game format. Set includes 4 different sets of dominoes: 8 Dominoes, 12 Dominoes, 16 Dominoes and 24 Dominoes. The smaller sets are great for pairs or even a student who likes to work alone. The larger sets are good for groups of 3 or 4. Dominoes are cut apart, placed face down and students draw all dominoes equally. Student with "start" places the first domino and then student with the answer/fraction problem in their hand plays the next.
Preview of Free  Halloween Multiplying Fractions Puzzle

Free Halloween Multiplying Fractions Puzzle

Students practice multiplying fractions in this seasonal puzzle. Students find the answer to each problem and then match it to the square containing that answer. Students can then glue to construction paper or tape together. Puzzle finishes at 9 inches square and makes a lovely bulletin board display. Included is student worksheet for showing work as well as answer key.
Preview of Integer and Decimal Number Pyramid

Integer and Decimal Number Pyramid

Students practice adding and subtracting integers and decimals in these pyramids. There are 6 different pyramids in total--3 with integers and 3 with decimals, with different levels of skill and/or logic needed to solve. In level 1 students have the entire bottom level of the pyramid filled in and need to add the 2 adjacent blocks to get the sum which is placed on the block on top of it. In level 2, students have the block on the left side completed and need to scale up and down to complete th
Preview of Free Integer Addition and Subtraction Pyramid

Free Integer Addition and Subtraction Pyramid

Students practice addition and subtraction of integers to increase levels to reach the top of the pyramid.
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About the store

Experience

I love teaching all types of math including Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Algebra 2, Consumer Math and of course Geometry. I have been teaching over 20 years now and I keep learning new tips and tricks to keep the kids learning. Students always want to know what is my favorite part of math, and I always answer "The part we are doing right now".

Teaching style

I like an active classroom where everyone is busy. Every day we are doing a different type of lesson, activities, something digital, paper, notes, posters, and more. If you stop in one day it will look like chaos, but it is a carefully orchestrated chaos that cleverly disguises all the learning that we are doing. I use a lot of activities -- and keep the kids moving.

Awards & shining teacher moments

I recently applied for and received a grant for $16,000 to puchase racing car simulators. Students design a race car engine online and then use the simulators to test their engines. My middle school classes that told me math 8 is too hard were using college level Algebra and Calculus to design those engines and had a great time.

My own education history

I have a degree in Business Administration (accounting) and worked as an accountant for 20 years before changing careers and achieving my life long dream of becoming a teacher. I have a degree in Mathematics as well as a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction. I consider myself blessed each day to have the dream. It took me awhile but I finally found the place I was meant to be.

Additional biographical information

In addition to my teaching duties, I mentor new teachers and also speak at conferences several times a year. I have spoken at Palm Springs each fall at the California Mathematics Council conference. Last year I was honored to speak at the CTA good teaching conferences in both San Jose and San Diego. It is always a pleasure to speak with other teachers and be able to share some ideas about what is working in the classroom.