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My journey as an educator began in the United States Navy where I taught algebra, trigonometry and advanced electronics. After further training I began developing classroom curricula, programmed instruction and assessments. Later I worked in industry directing a large and diverse training department for an international packaging company. After 8 years I gave up my executive position to teach in a Title 1 school district on Chicago's South Side. I quickly became lead teacher, and heavily involved in district curricula matters and teacher professional development. Since then I have worked with Governor's State University mentoring new teachers and providing professional development, and I have created a business providing teaching materials across the internet via my website - commoncoremath.net.
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Adding and Subtracting Angles Presentation - 4.MD.7
Also included in Adding and Subtracting Angles - 4.MD.7 Full Lesson Bundle. Add and subtract internal angles to find outer angle measure and missing angles. Complete real-world problems to find missing angles. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete - NO PREP. Ed
3rd - 6th
Math, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.C.7
Classifying 2-D Objects, Interactive PowerPoint - 4.G.2
Classifying 2-D Objects is an interactive PowerPoint presentation useful for introducing students to polygons and other two dimensional objects. It is a colorful and engaging lesson designed to lead students through National Common Core Math Standard 4.G.2. It can be used on a smartboard, projector, pad, computer or printable. Learning objectives include classifying 2-d figures with parallel or perpendicular lines, classifying figures by angle measurements, and recognizing right triangles as
4th - 7th
Geometry
CCSS
4.G.A.2
Lines of Symmetry, Interactive PowerPoint - 4.G.3
Great 60 minute lesson for administrator evaluation! I have included editable version of all file, so you can make the lesson your own. This is an interactive presentation that will engage students with animation and artwork. It is suitable for a smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as a printable. Learner objectives include recognizing lines of symmetry across two dimensional objects, folding figures along a line of symmetry resutling in two matching parts, differentiating "line-symmetri
3rd - 7th
Geometry
CCSS
4.G.A.3
Write, Read and Evaluate Expressions, Full Lesson - 6.EE.2
Package contains presentation and a student workbook designed to introduce concept, provide practice and an assessment. No prep necessary. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Objective include; 1. Identify the parts of an expression (terms, variables, constants...), 2. Evaluate expressions by substituting specific values for variables, 3. Perform operations including simplifying exponents and using the correct order of operations. Includes PowerPoint presentation,
5th - 8th
Algebra, Math, Order of Operations
CCSS
6.EE.A.2
Use Properties of Operations to Create Equivalent Expressions - 6.EE.3
2 or 3 day lesson including 19 page PowerPoint slide presentation and 5 page student workbook with assessment. Scaffolded for classroom differentiation and suitable for use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Workbook is great lesson for cooperative learning and math centers.
Objectives:
1. Review properties of operations
2. Apply the properties of operations to create equivalent expressions
Aligned with NCCS Math 6.EE.3
5th - 8th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
6.EE.A.3
Finding Common Denominator to Add and Subtract Fractions Bundle- 5.NF.1
Interactive Powerpoint presentation demonstrates finding common denominators to add, subtract and compare fractions and mixed numbers. Includes 2 four page workbooks to practice conversions and addition and subtraction of fractions with unlike denominators. Presentation moves step by step through using multiples to find common denominators. Once fractions are converted, students add, subtract and compare fractions and mixed numbers. Editable version included. NO PREP. Use with smartboard, proje
4th - 7th
Fractions, Math
CCSS
5.NF.A.1
Ratios Full Lesson Bundle - 6.RP.1
Interactive PowerPoint introduces the concept of a ratio and teaches students to use ratio language to describe a ratios relationship between two quantities. Editable version included. PowerPoint not needed to run presentation. Included are the 6.RP.1 "Simplify Ratios" practice pages. They may be used for guided or independent practice. Great for cooperative learning. NO PREP. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Great lesson for cooperative learning.
Objectives:
-
5th - 7th
Math, Measurement, Numbers
CCSS
6.RP.A.2
Write and Interpret Numerical Expressions Presentation - 5.OA.2
Also included as part of 5oa2 Write and Interpret Numerical Presentation Full Lesson Bundle. Introduces simple expressions. Interactive lesson guides learner through writing and interpreting expressions without evaluating. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is complete
4th - 7th
Algebra, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.OA.A.2
Multi-step Word Problems Presentation - 4.OA.3
Also included as part of "Multi-step Word Problems Full Lesson Bundle - 4.OA.3." Solve multi-step word problems including all four operations. Use letters to represent unknowns, interpret division remainders and estimate to check answers for reasonableness. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.OA.A.3
Finding Common Denominators PowerPoint Presentation - 5.NF.1
Interactive Powerpoint presentation demonstrates finding common denominators to add, subtract and compare fractions and mixed numbers. Presentation moves step by step through using multiples to find common denominators. Once fractions are converted, students add, subtract and compare fractions and mixed numbers. Editable version included. NO PREP. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Great lesson for cooperative learning or centers.
Objectives:
- Find whole number
4th - 7th
Arithmetic, Fractions, Math
CCSS
5.NF.A.1
Write and Interpret Numerical Expressions Full Lesson Bundle - 5.OA.2
Full Lesson Bundle includes 16 slide presentation "Write and Interpret Numerical Expression" and 6 page student workbook "Convert Between Words and Expressions". Write and Interpret Numerical Presentation Full Lesson Bundle. Introduces simple expressions. Interactive lesson guides learner through writing and interpreting expressions without evaluating. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative
4th - 7th
Algebra, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.OA.B.3
Ratios - 6.RP.1
Interactive PowerPoint introduces the concept of a ratio and teaches students to use ratio language to describe a ratios relationship between two quantities. Editable version included. PowerPoint not needed to run presentation. NO PREP. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Great lesson for cooperative learning.
Objectives:
- Understand the concept of ratio
- Use ratio language to describe relationships between quantities
Includes 15 interactive slides
Aligned with N
5th - 7th
Math, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.RP.A.1
Measurement Word Problems Presentation - 4.MD.2
Also included as part of "Measurement Word Problems Full Lesson Bundle - 4.MD.2." Solve word problems including all four operations. Problems include distance, time, volumes, masses and money. Measurements are expressed from larger units to smaller. Students use number lines and other diagrams. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with
4th - 7th
Basic Operations, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
Converting Measurements Full Lesson Bundle - 5.MD.1
Includes Interactive Powerpoint presentation introducing measurement conversion within either the American Standard or Metric systems along with a 6 page student packet. The lesson moves step by step through the material in a way that will keep students interested and provide a basis for future learning. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Great lesson for cooperative learning or centers.
Objectives:
- Convert measurement units within a system
- Use converted measure
4th - 7th
Math, Measurement
CCSS
5.MD.A.1
Adding and Subtracting Angles Full Lesson Bundle - 4.MD.7
Includes Adding and Subtracting Angles Presentation - 4.MD.7, and Add and Subtract Angles - 4.MD.7 practice workbook. Add and subtract internal angles to find outer angle measure and missing angles. Complete real-world problems to find missing angles. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as pr
4th - 6th
Math, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.C.7
Multi-step Word Problems Full Lesson Bundle - 4.OA.3
Solve multi-step word problems including all four operations. Use letters to represent unknowns, interpret division remainders and estimate to check answers for reasonableness. Includes PowerPoint presentation and student workbook. Scaffolded lesson provides for classroom differentiation. Can be used as a lesson leader, guided practice, independent practice, for cooperative learning and math centers, or as an assessment. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printable. Lesson is c
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.OA.A.3
Exponents and Expressions, Full Lesson - 6.EE.1
Complete lesson on Exponents and Expressions. Contains work along PowerPoint presentation, practice page and assessment. Use on a smartboard, projector, pad, computer, or as a printable.
Objectives; 1.) Define and understand the term "exponent". 2.) Identify base numbers and exponents. 3.) Determine value of expressions using exponents. 4.) Convert from exponential to standard form and from standard to exponential form. 5.) Solve word problems using exponents. Aligned with NCCS Math 6.E
5th - 8th
Algebra, Math, Order of Operations
CCSS
6.EE.A.1
Line Plots and Data Distribution Interactive Presentation - 6.SP.2
Interactive Powerpoint presents analyzing data distribution using line plots and data landmarks. The lesson moves step by step through the material in a way that will keep students interested and provide a basis for future learning. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Great lesson for cooperative learning or centers.
Objectives:
- Recognize line plots
- Answer statistical questions using line plot data
- Recognize and identify data landmarks on line plots
- Understan
5th - 8th
Math, Statistics
CCSS
6.SP.A.2
Measurement Systems, Units, and Conversions Full Lesson Bundle - 4.MD.1
Interactive Powerpoint presentation requires understanding of relative sizes of measurements and which measurement to use based on the size of the item being measured. Additionally, learn to move from larger to smaller units in a single system, and create a chart illustrating measurement equivalents. Student workbook provides ample opportunity for practice and assessment. Editable version included. NO PREP. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Great lesson for coopera
4th - 7th
Applied Math, Math, Measurement
CCSS
4.MD.A.1
Order of Operations Presentation - 5.OA.1
Interactive Powerpoint presentation leads students through rules for order of operations. Presentation moves step by step using examples to work through simplifying expressions containing all four operations, parenthesis and exponents. Editable version included. NO PREP. Use with smartboard, projector, computer, pad or as printables. Great lesson for cooperative learning or centers.
Objectives:
- Recognize symbols used in numerical expressions and equations
- Use parenthesis, and exponents in n
4th - 7th
Algebra, Math, Order of Operations
CCSS
5.OA.A.1
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About the store
Experience
My journey as an educator began in the United States Navy where I taught algebra, trigonometry and advanced electronics. After further training I began developing classroom curricula, programmed instruction and assessments. Later I worked in industry directing a large and diverse training department for an international packaging company. After 8 years I gave up my executive position to teach in a Title 1 school district on Chicago's South Side. I quickly became lead teacher, and heavily involved in district curricula matters and teacher professional development. Since then I have worked with Governor's State University mentoring new teachers and providing professional development, and I have created a business providing teaching materials across the internet via my website - commoncoremath.net.
Teaching style
I develop classroom lessons based on engaging as many students as possible through multiple intelligences. Each new topic is presented using a combination of cooperative learning, guided and independent practice, audio/visual input, and hands-on activities. I use feedback to hone lessons and constantly try new methods. I am not a fan of "high-stakes testing", but I appreciate the direction provided by well written standards. Many teachers feel they "know what the kids need to learn". I appreciate the input of experts. Standards provide assurance we are working on the right things at the right time. I believe they make a teacher's job easier. It is important that standards are reviewed and continually improved.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Master Training Specialist - United States Navy. Instructor of the Year - Great Lakes Naval Station. Dean's list all semesters at both NIU and SIU. Graduated Cum Laude from SIU.
My own education history
Governor's State University - k-9 Illinois Teaching Certificate. Northern Illinois University - Master of Science in Education
Southern Illinois University - Bachelor of Sciene in Education,
Cum Laude. Naval Instructor Training School - Completed with Honors. Naval Curriculum Development School - Completed with Honors. Naval Test Development School - Completed with Honors.
Additional biographical information
I currently maintain the website - https://www.commoncoremath.net. You can find free, common sense content for every kindergarten through seventh grade math standard; all aligned to the common core. Members have access to at least 10 pages per standard.
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