Creative Math Makers
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Taneytown, Maryland, United States
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🎉 Welcome to Creative Math Makers! 🎉
At Creative Math Makers, you’ll find engaging, interactive, and fun resources designed to help middle school students build confidence and success in math. From hands-on resources to interactive notebook activities and creative games, my resources aim to make math meaningful, memorable, and exciting for every learner.
I’m passionate about helping teachers save time while inspiring students to love math. Explore resources that are ready to use, easy to implement, and aligned to middle school standards. Let’s make math creative together!
I am an educator in the state of MD with 11 years of teaching experience in secondary social studies, AVID, and special education co-teaching 7th grade math.
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Multiplying and Dividing Monomials Foldable | Step-by-Step Notes
Help your students master the rules for multiplying and dividing monomials with this interactive foldable! This engaging resource breaks down the process into simple, step-by-step instructions using the laws of exponents. Perfect for middle school math and Algebra 1, this foldable is a great addition to interactive notebooks or guided practice. Students will: Multiply monomials by combining coefficients and adding exponents Divide monomials by simplifying coefficients and subtracting exponents
7th - 9th
Algebra, Basic Operations
CCSS
8.EE.A.1
, HSA-SSE.A.1a
, HSA-APR.A.1
Pythagorean Theorem Interactive Notebook Foldable | Finding Missing Sides
This interactive notebook foldable teaches students how to use the Pythagorean Theorem to find a missing hypotenuse or missing leg of a right triangle. Students follow clear step-by-step procedures and organize their notes in a visual, hands-on format. Perfect for middle school math classrooms, guided notes, math centers, or review before tests.
7th - 9th
Algebra, Geometry, Other (Math)
CCSS
8.G.B.7
Percents Real Life Project & Foldables Bundle – Discounts, Tax, and Tip
Save time and engage students with this 3-in-1 percent bundle! Includes a real-world math project where students calculate discounts, sales tax, and tips, plus two interactive foldables covering tax, tip, sales, discounts, and percent word problems. Perfect for practicing CCSS 6.RP.A.3.C and 7.RP.A.3, this bundle builds financial literacy, proportional reasoning, and problem-solving skills. Ideal for grades 6–8 math, consumer math, or financial literacy units.
6th - 8th
Applied Math, Financial Literacy, Money Math
CCSS
6.RP.A.3c
, 7.RP.A.3
Interactive Notebook Foldable | Calculating Commission & Simple Interest
Help your students master real-world math skills with this interactive notebook foldable on commission and simple interest! This foldable provides clear steps, examples, and space for practice, making it a perfect hands-on reference for middle school or early high school math classes. Students will stay engaged while learning how to calculate commission and apply the simple interest formula, all in an easy-to-use format that supports interactive notebooks. Great for math notebooks, financial li
7th - 10th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Financial Literacy
CCSS
7.EE.B.3
, 7.EE.B.4
, 7.RP.A.3
Interactive Notebook Notes – Number of Solutions (One, None, Infinite)
Help your students master how to determine the number of solutions to equations with this interactive notebook notes page! This resource clearly explains no solution, one solution, and infinitely many solutions, with matching examples to guide understanding and challenge examples to push critical thinking. Perfect for Algebra, Pre-Algebra, and middle school math classes, this interactive notes page keeps students engaged while building confidence in solving and analyzing equations. Ideal for
8th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Applied Math
CCSS
8.EE.C.7
, 8.EE.C.7a
, 8.EE.C.7b
+4
Exponents Bundle | Intro to Exponents, Laws of Exponents, & Color by Number
This exponents bundle has everything you need to introduce and reinforce exponent rules in a fun, interactive way! Perfect for middle school math or pre-algebra, this low-prep set includes: ✅ Intro to Exponents Notes – Teach the basics of base, exponent, and powers with guided examples. ✅ Laws of Exponents Foldable – A hands-on reference tool covering product, quotient, power rules & more. ✅ Laws of Exponents Color by Number (Circus Theme) – Practice 10 exponent questions and reveal a fu
7th - 10th
Algebra, Basic Operations
CCSS
8.EE.A.1
Mnemonic Device Reference Page | Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides
Don't Call Me After Midnight! Help students confidently solve equations with variables on both sides using this easy-to-remember mnemonic device! This reference page breaks down each step of the solving process in a clear, student-friendly way—perfect for interactive notebooks, math centers, or test prep. A great tool for reinforcing equation-solving strategies and building algebra confidence. 3 per page makes it easy to copy, cut, and glue into notebooks!
7th - 10th
Algebra, Order of Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
8.EE.C.7
, 8.EE.C.7a
, 8.EE.C.7b
8th Grade Foldable | Combining Like Terms, Distribution & Two-Step Equations
Help your 8th graders review essential algebra skills with this interactive notebook foldable! This hands-on resource guides students through combining like terms, using the distributive property, and solving two-step equations in an organized and engaging format. Perfect for math notebooks, test prep, or guided practice, this foldable supports student understanding while keeping notes neat and accessible. A great reference tool for Algebra readiness and middle school math success!
7th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Basic Operations
CCSS
8.EE.C.7
, 8.EE.C.7b
Identifying Proportional Relationships | Half-page Notes | Interactive Notebooks
Help your students quickly master proportional relationships with this half-page notes reference sheet! This resource shows two easy methods—simplifying ratios as fractions and cross multiplying—to determine whether ratios are proportional. Perfect for interactive notebooks, math journals, or as a handy reference tool, this printable page makes proportional reasoning more accessible for middle school learners. Great for guided notes, independent practice, or review before assessments.
7th - 9th
Applied Math, Basic Operations, Fractions
CCSS
7.RP.A.1
, 7.RP.A.2
Scientific Notation Foldable | Interactive Notebook | Positive/Negative Exponent
Help your students master scientific notation with this interactive notebook foldable! This resource guides students through converting between standard form and scientific notation while working with both positive and negative exponents. Perfect for middle school and high school math, the foldable provides a hands-on reference tool that supports student understanding and retention. Easy to prep and engaging for learners, this foldable makes an excellent addition to your math notebooks, guided
7th - 10th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Decimals
CCSS
8.EE.A.3
, 8.EE.A.4
Constant Rate of Proportionality Notes with Memory Trick | Middle School Math
Help your students easily remember the equation for the constant rate of proportionality with this interactive notes page! This resource introduces the proportionality equation in a clear, student-friendly way and includes a simple memory trick to boost retention. Perfect for guided notes, interactive notebooks, or review, this page supports proportional reasoning in ratios, rates, and unit rate lessons. Ideal for 6th–8th grade math classrooms.
6th - 8th
Algebra, Fractions, Graphing
CCSS
6.RP.A.3a
, 7.RP.A.1
, 7.RP.A.2
+1
Real-World Percent Problems Foldable | Sales Tax, Tip, Sales & Discounts
Help your students master real-world percent problems with this engaging 2-flap interactive notebook foldable! Designed for interactive notebooks or math journals, this foldable gives students a hands-on way to review and practice calculating sales tax, tip, and sales/discounts—key life skills tied to percent applications. Each flap focuses on a real-life scenario with: Step-by-step directions Space for students to work through examplesThis foldable is ideal for: ✔️ 6th–8th grade math ✔️
6th - 8th
Applied Math, Decimals, Money Math
CCSS
7.RP.A.3
Also included in: Percents Real Life Project & Foldables Bundle – Discounts, Tax, and Tip
Laws of Exponents Foldable | Definitions, Examples, Practice & Fill-in-the-Blank
Help your students master the laws of exponents with this interactive and engaging 4-section foldable! Designed specifically for middle school math classrooms, this foldable includes: Clear definitions of the key exponent rules Guided examples to model each law Fill-in-the-blank examples to reinforce understanding Scaffolded practice problems to build confidence and fluency Perfect for interactive notebooks, review, or independent practice, this printable resource supports student learning thr
7th - 10th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
8.EE.A.1
, HSA-SSE.A.1
, HSA-SSE.A.2
+2
Proportional Relationships Interactive Notebook Foldable | 7th Grade Math
Engage your 7th grade math students with this interactive notebook foldable focused on proportional relationships! This resource includes a 4-tab foldable covering definitions, the constant of proportionality (k), tables, and graphs. Students will build a deep understanding of proportional reasoning through quick-check questions and helpful visuals. What’s Included:⭐ 4-tab printable foldable (Definition, Constant of Proportionality, Graph, Table) ⭐ Graph of a proportional relationship ⭐ Proporti
6th - 8th
Algebra, Graphing, Other (Math)
CCSS
7.RP.A.1
, 7.RP.A.2
, 7.RP.A.2a
+2
Comparing and Ordering Rational Numbers Notes Sheet | Middle School Math
Support your students in mastering rational numbers with this clear and concise notes sheet! Designed for middle school math, this resource helps students compare and order fractions, decimals, integers, and square roots with a step-by-step example. Perfect for interactive notebooks, guided practice, or as a quick reference during lessons and assessments, this notes sheet makes abstract concepts more accessible and builds confidence in number sense. Great for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade math classro
6th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Applied Math
CCSS
8.NS.A.1
, 8.NS.A.2
Introduction to Exponents Notes Sheet | Strategy Using Music & Patterns
Help students master exponents with this creative and engaging Introduction to Exponents Notes Sheet! Designed for middle schoolers, this resource uses repetition in music and conversation to demonstrate how exponents represent repeated multiplication. By connecting math to real-life examples — like popular song structures — students visualize and internalize how exponents work. This printable notes sheet includes: Answer keySpace for student examples such as “clap clap clap = clap³”Creative p
6th - 8th
Algebra, Basic Operations
CCSS
7.NS.A.2
, 7.NS.A.2a
, 7.NS.A.2b
+4
Percent Problems Foldable | Finding Part, Whole, and Percent with Bar Models
Make percent problem practice interactive and visual with this percent problems foldable! This 4-section foldable helps students master: ✅ Finding the whole ✅ Finding the part ✅ Finding the percent ✅ Extra practice Each section includes a visual bar diagram to support conceptual understanding, along with a dedicated space for students to complete a quick check problem to reinforce their skills. Perfect for interactive notebooks, math journals, or percent units! This resource is aligned to 7th gr
6th - 8th
Applied Math, Money Math, Numbers
CCSS
7.EE.B.3
, 6.RP.A.3c
, 7.RP.A.3
Also included in: Percents Real Life Project & Foldables Bundle – Discounts, Tax, and Tip
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About the store
Experience
🎉 Welcome to Creative Math Makers! 🎉
At Creative Math Makers, you’ll find engaging, interactive, and fun resources designed to help middle school students build confidence and success in math. From hands-on resources to interactive notebook activities and creative games, my resources aim to make math meaningful, memorable, and exciting for every learner.
I’m passionate about helping teachers save time while inspiring students to love math. Explore resources that are ready to use, easy to implement, and aligned to middle school standards. Let’s make math creative together!
I am an educator in the state of MD with 11 years of teaching experience in secondary social studies, AVID, and special education co-teaching 7th grade math.
My own education history
I spent 2 years at Frederick Community College where I earned my Associates and transferred to Towson University. There I spent 2.5 years to earn my Bachelor's in Secondary Education with a track in History. Later I earned my Master's as a Certified Reading Specialist from Loyola University MD.
Additional biographical information
My husband and I were born and raised in Frederick County, MD. We have 2 boys, 2 dogs, and love binging shows on Netflix. I love crafting with my Cricut, crocheting, and reading.
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