Defusing Confusion
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Pennsylvania, United States
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As a recent graduate, I have spent my last four years in schools in the Philadelphia area observing, assisting, and stepping in for teachers. Over these four years, I have been in classrooms with students ages four to fourteen and am looking forward to getting back into classrooms again one day. For the time being, I want to focus on my personal brand and expand my collection of resources while sharing with other educators as well.
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Inequality Word Problem Key Words w/ GRAPHS Anchor Chart Word Map
Greater Than > | Less Than < | Greater Than or Equal To ≥ | Less Than or Equal To ≤ | Number Line Graphing Sometimes it can be tricky to figure out exactly what a word problem is asking you to do. With this word map, students will be able to connect the words they are seeing in their math problem to the mathematical operation and corresponding graph. I created this tool in order to support my students who were getting caught up in the language of word problems. Being able to solve word
K - 12th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.CC.C.6
, 1.NBT.B.3
, 2.NBT.A.4
+14
Also included in: Inequality Word Problem Bundle
Inequality Word Problem Key Words and Phrases Anchor Chart Word Map
Greater Than > | Less Than < | Greater Than or Equal To ≥ | Less Than or Equal To ≤Sometimes it can be tricky to figure out exactly what a word problem is asking you to do. With this word map, students will be able to connect the words they are seeing in their math problem to the mathematical operation. I created this tool in order to support my students who were getting caught up in the language of word problems. Being able to solve word problems helps students practice real-wor
K - 12th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.CC.C.6
, 1.NBT.B.3
, 2.NBT.A.4
+13
Also included in: Inequality Word Problem Bundle
One Operation Algebraic Equations | One Step Equations for All Operations
This resource is the perfect introduction to algebraic equations with only one operation being required for each problem. Students will by able to practice their opposite operations for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division algebra problems. Many people describe these kinds of equations as “one-step equations,” but I find that this confuses my students since it often takes more than one step. These worksheets are intentional with their phrasing and creates positive habits to scaffo
3rd - 8th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
6.EE.B.5
, 6.EE.B.6
, 6.EE.B.7
+1
Word Problem Key Words Anchor Charts (Operations, Inequalities, +/- Integers)
Word problems can be tough! Many of my students struggle with breaking apart word problems with both basic operations as well as inequalities. With this, I made anchor charts that identify key words that are commonly seen in word problems. 1: Basic Operations-- Addition + | Subtraction - | Multiplication x | Division ÷2: Inequalities-- Greater Than > | Less Than < | Greater Than or Equal To ≥ | Less Than or Equal To ≤3: Inequality with Graphs
K - 12th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
Positive and Negative Integers Key Words for Word Problems
When working with word integers, it can be confusing to determine whether the number is positive or negative, and whether we use a plus or minus symbol. This resource outlines different terms within word problems that help students identify key words that symbolize positive numbers, negative numbers, addition, and subtraction. The graphics included on the positive/negative number pages help students visualize the number line vertically, as many word problems have to do with rising or sinking. Th
4th - 9th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS
6.NS.C.6c
, 6.NS.C.7
, 6.NS.C.7b
+2
Positive and Negative Integers Anchor Charts
8 pages of resources to guide your students on adding and subtracting positive and negative integers. Choose from a selection of charts to help your students navigate expressions and equations involving positive and negative integers. Page 1: Adding and Subtracting Integers Anchor Chart (in color)Page 2: Adding and Subtracting Integers Anchor Chart (printer friendly)Page 3: Flowchart for Adding and Subtracting Positive and Negative IntegersPage 4: Symbols Action Chart (addition/subtraction, pos
5th - 12th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
6.NS.C.5
, 6.NS.C.6
, 6.NS.C.6a
+3
Inequality Word Problem Bundle
Use this resource to encourage your students to learn the inequality vocabulary, then apply what they know using real-world problems. Click here for INEQUALITY GRAPHING resources.
1st - 10th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
1.NBT.B.3
, 2.NBT.A.4
, 4.NBT.A.2
+4
Operations Word Map: Word Problem Key Words
Addition + / Subtraction - / Multiplication x / Division ÷ Sometimes it can be tricky to figure out exactly what a word problem is asking you to do. With this word map, students will be able to connect the words they are seeing in their math problem to the mathematical operation. I created this tool in order to support my students who were getting caught up in the language of word problems. Being able to solve word problems helps students practice real-world problem solving, so providing studen
K - 9th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.OA.A.2
, 1.OA.A.1
, 1.OA.A.2
+14
Inverse Operations / Opposite Operations Posters for Algebraic Equations
This resource reminds students of the opposite operations and how to use them to solve one-operation algebraic equations. Whether you prefer to call these terms inverse operations or opposite operations, the printable is here for you in either color or printer-friendly options. Check out my TpT page at Defusing Confusion to see more algebra step-by-step guides and worksheets!
3rd - 8th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
3.OA.B.5
, 3.OA.B.6
, 4.OA.A.3
Basic Operations Word Problem Bundle
This download includes 4 resources to help educate your students on tricky word problems. 1. Basic Operations Word MapStudents can use this word map to help decode their word problems. Color and black and white versions are included. 2. Addition and Subtraction Word Problems.Get the gist of word problems by just focusing on addition and subtraction. There are 9 worksheets included in this resource to allow for repeated practice. 3. Basic Operations Word ProblemsOnce the students have mastered
1st - 8th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
1.OA.A.1
, 1.OA.A.2
, 2.OA.A.1
+5
Operations Opposites / Inverse Operations Anchor Chart Algebra Tool
Operations Opposites | Inverse Operations Entering the world of algebra can be intimidating for students, so this resource helps to show how to "undo" equations. Students can use this as a tool to keep in their math folder, or this can be printed and made into a poster or anchor chart for the classroom. This tool includes two versions to accommodate your printer needs. 1. color 2. black and white
2nd - 12th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math
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About the store
Experience
As a recent graduate, I have spent my last four years in schools in the Philadelphia area observing, assisting, and stepping in for teachers. Over these four years, I have been in classrooms with students ages four to fourteen and am looking forward to getting back into classrooms again one day. For the time being, I want to focus on my personal brand and expand my collection of resources while sharing with other educators as well.
Teaching style
Learn to love. Love to learn.
My main goal for my students is that they leave my room being independent learners, so I work to create a student-driven classroom community with all of my classes and activities. When students are able to advocate for themselves and their needs, they will thrive both in and out of the classroom.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I entered Saint Joseph's University with a Presidential Scholarship, and throughout my time at the school, I maintained a 3.95 GPA. My passion for education grew over the years, and I had the opportunity to join Kappa Delta Pi, the Honors Education Fraternity. KDP allowed me to learn from peers and alumni while establishing educational values of my own. I graduated Magna Cum Laude with my double major and minor, and I'm excited to use the drive that I have for education in order to create resources for other teachers.
My own education history
I attended Pennsbury School District for my K-12 education, and have watched my three younger siblings attend these schools as well. For college, I attended Saint Joseph's University where I earned majors in Elementary Education and Special Education as well as a minor in Communications. I hope to one day return for my Master's Degree, but for now, I am enjoying my time finding out what teaching means to me.
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