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Thomasville, North Carolina, United States
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I try to create activities that contain some kind of meaning or purpose related to real life. I've found that keeping things engaging and relevant is a major key to student buy-in, and thus, student success. A lot of my activities are also based on life experience growing up with family in the special needs community. I look at activities from not only the teacher side (what concepts will be taught) but the family side (how will this make a difference to their future) and the student side (what might they find interesting or boring).
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One Step Inequality Word Problems
These word problems are designed for middle schoolers to be able to relate to them and picture them in their real lives; either now or what they want in the future.
Contains:
10 - One Step Inequality Expressions
8 - One Step Inequality Equations
Fully editable and customizable.
6th - 8th
Algebra, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.EE.B.6
, 6.EE.B.8
, 7.EE.B.4b
Statistics Scaffolded Intro - Mean, Median, Mode & Range
An intro to statistics that includes scaffolded worksheets on mean, median, mode, and range, as well as a review and quiz.
These were originally created for a 6th grade math resource class and take the students through step by step with examples included.
4th - 7th
Statistics
CCSS
6.SP.B.5
Mean Absolute Deviation Tables
These tables are to guide students through the steps of solving Mean Absolute Deviation problems. They can be used for initial note-taking, guided practice or long term support. There are 6 on a page but they are in a MS Word format so can be edited as needed. Each currently has space for 6 data points to make them seem less overwhelming but it is easy enough to insert/delete rows and make them exactly what you need. If you have any questions about editing it, please let me know and I'll be happ
6th - 8th
Math, Statistics
CCSS
6.SP.B.5c
Battleship Graphing Points on Coordinate Plane Game
This graphing activity, based off of the game Battleship is great review for any type of coordinate plane graphing. This Battleship instruction set can be paired with any print off of graphs (usually 2-4 per page). Customize your graphs to the level of your students (how many quadrants and how large of numbers). Can be used with a wide variety of grades of students.
4th - 8th
Graphing, Math
Human Coordinate Plane Lesson Plan
A full class period lesson plan that serves as hands on practice with the coordinate plane. This activity gets students up and moving around and interacting with one another and the lesson. I've done this activity with a small group, but larger groups could do it by dividing into 2-3 groups. The cooperative learning that goes on from students helping one another is excellent. Takes a little preparation but students can help set up/tear down quickly.
4th - 7th
Graphing, Math
Angle Relationship Jeopardy
A fully functional, very aesthetically pleasing jeopardy style power point. This game reviews vocabulary, name the angle, name the relationship, proofs, and more.
7th - 9th
Geometry, Math
CCSS
8.G.A.5
TI-83 Calculator Statistics Instructions
A "cheat sheet" for students learning to use the basic 1-variable statistics on a TI-83+ calculator.
The instructions are broken into 5 parts:
1. To enter data into the calculator
2. To find the five number summary
3. Understanding the reults
4. How to clear your calculator
5. How to clear your lists
Each part of the instructions are broken down into two columns: "You Press" and "Screen Shows." This helps students know that they are on the right track as they complete the steps. There are al
6th - 8th
Math, Statistics
Add/Subtract on Number Line - Whole Numbers and Integers
This activity walks students through adding/subtracting using a number line in a gradual build. It starts with simple single-digit addition and subtraction before introducing integers using the exact same process. It contains images/videos of some problems to allow students to check their work but concludes with a set of problems for them to attempt independently.
4th - 7th
Arithmetic, Math, Numbers
CCSS
3.NBT.A.2
, 6.NS.C.5
, 6.NS.C.6
 +1
Budget Math Project
This project reviews all four basic operations (I choose to do this without calculators). This project also helps students come into the real world regarding the benefits and sacrifices of different career choices they make. They should understand that there is nothing wrong with working a minimum wage job, but there are sacrifices that go along with that. This project will help them compare their lifestyle in their dream job with their lifestyle if they don't finish school and can only get a mi
4th - 7th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations
Least Common Multiple Word Problems
Real-world situation word problems that focus on using least common multiple. The questions include a wide variety of indicator words to help the students learn how to recognize a least common multiple problem. There is also a little greatest common factor thrown in for review.
5th - 7th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.NS.B.4
Basic Math Jeopardy
A full powerpoint Jeopardy game with working action buttons.
The categories:
Key Words
Addition/Subtraction
Multiplication/Division
Human Calculator
Cheese (Potpourri)
Fully editable. I have found that customizing the names in activities to those of my students greatly increases buy in.
My students can usually play 1 game in a 45 minute class period.
3rd - 6th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
Basic Math Review Jeopardy
This game is great for general review. Students with special needs frequently need to go back and review those basic arithmetic concepts in order to proceed with grade level material. This jeopardy game goes back to the very basics of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division with a few word problems thrown in. Fully functioning power point Jeopardy game.
3rd - 6th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
Quotients of Fractions - Modified Word Problems
This worksheet is a modification of word problems for division of fractions. There is scaffolding as to how to set up the problems and in what numbers to use. This is a great middle step to move from computational problems to word problems.
5th - 7th
Basic Operations, Fractions, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.NS.A.1
Solving Algebraic Equations
A step-by-step table to walk students through solving one and two-step algebraic equations. The file is in MS Word so it is 100% editable. You can add equations ahead of time or print them blank and have students add the equations as they work.
6th - 8th
Algebra, Math, Math Test Prep
CCSS
6.EE.B.5
, 6.EE.B.7
, 7.EE.B.4a
Place Value Charts-digital
Image files of place value charts for use in the classroom. Can be printed or inserted into a document, presentation or other digital medium. I created them to insert on a Microsoft Whiteboard and write on top of them during remote instruction. All files are in .png format and are included in black/white and color. Included charts: to the Millionsto the Billionsto the TrillionsDecimal (from thousandths to thousands)
Not Specific
Decimals, Math, Place Value
CCSS
2.NBT.A.1
, 2.NBT.A.3
, 3.NBT.A.1
 +3
Algebraic Expressions Unit
5 days worth of lesson plans that include detailed instructions and activities on algebraic expressions.
5th - 7th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math
Math 6 Common Core Long Term Planning
A great break down of each common core math 6 standard with many activity ideas already filled in. Keep these and add to them or use this as a form to fill in your own plans.
6th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Math
Surface Area and Volume Exploration
Given a variety of classroom objects that are rectangular prisms, the students have to measure and find the volume of the objects. I find it is fun to make them find their own objects or bring them in from home. It is great at the end to make a comparison of how big the object looks with the value of it's volume.
5th - 7th
Geometry, Math
CCSS
6.G.A.2
Introduction to Division
Introduce division at a concrete level, then move slowly to representational. Starts from the beginning of the concept of division and scaffold upwards to basic division problems. Has plenty of practice problems. Should take 1 day.
3rd - 6th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
6.NS.B.2
Integer Study Guide & Quiz
This file includes the Study Guide AND the Quiz.
These address:
- Vocabulary
- Number Lines
- Opposites/Absolute Values
- Adding Integers
- Writing Integers
- Word Problems
5th - 8th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
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About the store
Experience
I try to create activities that contain some kind of meaning or purpose related to real life. I've found that keeping things engaging and relevant is a major key to student buy-in, and thus, student success. A lot of my activities are also based on life experience growing up with family in the special needs community. I look at activities from not only the teacher side (what concepts will be taught) but the family side (how will this make a difference to their future) and the student side (what might they find interesting or boring).
Teaching style
In teaching EC students, I have found the need for many hands-on activities. I can't stand doing all worksheets and formal notes. We have to get down and dirty with math.
My own education history
I have a Bachelor's in Special Education with a concentration in Math.
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