I have taught grades 4 to University in British Columbia and Saskatchewan for the past 30 years. I have worked in the public and private school systems as well as Simon Fraser University.
This math activity is deceptively simple. It can be used in many ways (see suggestions below). This is a great way to get students thinking about numbers in different ways. It encourages a deeper understanding of numbers. Several versions of the template included! whole numbersnegative numbersdecimals fractionsSuggestions: Model it firstUse it as a class warm-up activityUse it as a partner activity (or small group)Use it as a "Student of the Day" activity (let students choose their number and pr
I have taught grades 4 to University in British Columbia and Saskatchewan for the past 30 years. I have worked in the public and private school systems as well as Simon Fraser University.
Teaching style
I love math, and I love exploring and discovering math with my students. I like to have structure in my cross-curricular lessons, with lots of room for flexibility and creativity and enrichment.
My own education history
I have a degree mathematics from the University of Saskatchewan and and Masters degree in Education from Simon Fraser University.
Additional biographical information
I am the proud Mom of 2 wonderful teens and am grateful to them and my husband for putting up with my obsession with mathematics teaching!
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