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Hello, I'm Maggie! My goal is to make teaching easier by providing math teachers with secondary math resources. If you are looking for math resources that are engaging and informative, then you came to the right place. I bring a fresh perspective and a wealth of diverse experiences that help in creating engaging resources. My journey has been enriched by invaluable experiences gained from working in five different school districts each with a diverse group of learners.
I began my teaching journey with a commitment to immerse myself in various educational settings, each with its own distinct culture, challenges, and opportunities. From urban to rural, from high-performing to underserved communities, I've had the privilege of witnessing the richness and diversity of our educational landscape.
My experiences in multiple districts have equipped me with a deep understanding of the multifaceted nature of education and the importance of adaptability. I have honed my ability to navigate diverse classroom environments, collaborate with different school districts, and tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each community and student population.
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End of Year Consumer Math Final Project on Buying a House
In this project on buying a house, students will determine their salary, budget for a house, understand a mortgage loan and different loan programs, learn about and calculate closing costs, and research and find a house they can purchase within their budget. Additionally, students will determine their down payment and answer questions throughout the project and in the conclusion to assess their understanding of the home buying process. This is a great project to use at the end of the year instea
11th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business
Loans Unit for Consumer Math or Personal Finance Class with Editable Assessment
For this unit student will learn about the different types of loans. Students will learn about student loans, mortgages, car loans and personal loans. Students will practice calculating monthly payments, down payment and total interest paid on a loan. Students will also learn about amortization and the relationship between principal and interest. This resource is great real-world applications of math and will help students better grasp the concept of a loan and how they pay-off a loan. What's In
10th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business
Renting vs Buying a House Lesson with Google Slides for Consumer Math Class
In this consumer math lesson, students will compare the costs of renting vs. buying a house. Students will also answer discussion questions about when it is appropriate to buy a house and the responsibilities associated with buying one. Additionally, students will compare the upfront costs associated with each and learn about closing costs, down payments, security deposits, and utilities. They will be given a chart to fill in the information and compare renting and buying. What's Included:3-page
11th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business, Other (Math)
Consumer Math: Car Loans Lesson and Car Loans Math Worksheet BUNDLE
In this consumer math product students will be provided with scaffolded notes about car financing, repayment options, credit scores, interest rates and calculating monthly car payments in addition to a corresponding google slides. Students should already have prior knowledge on what principal and interest are and have a basic understanding of loans. This lesson should be used to delve deeper into loans, specifically car loans. After the lesson, students will work on a corresponding worksheet whe
9th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business, Other (Math)
Consumer Math Car Insurance Project on Premiums, Deductibles & Coverage Options
For this product students will choose different car insurance coverages and calculate their monthly premium from the options they chose. After, students will be given 7 different scenarios where they must determine what type of coverage will be used and how much they must pay out of pocket. There are nine different car insurance coverages in this project: collision, comprehensive, bodily injury, personal injury protection, uninsured/underinsured, property damage, GAP insurance, emergency roadsi
10th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business
Editable Back to School Student Survey for High School Math Class
This get to know you EDITABLE student survey is for a high school or middle school math class. This resource will help you learn about your students interests and their needs as learners, specifically in a math classroom. What's Included:2-page student survey2-page EDITABLE survey (in different font)Suggestions:I made this survey for high school students, but it can also be used for middle school students. Join My Exclusive Email List and Receive a Free Product!Sign up for my email list and be
7th - 12th
Classroom Community, Math
Leasing vs Buying a Car Worksheet on Calculating Monthly Car Payments
This product is great for a consumer math class or personal finance class. In this product, students will calculate the monthly car payment given the principal loan amount, loan term, and interest rate, and compare the total cost of leasing and buying the same car. There are three different scenarios where students will calculate the monthly car payment and compare the total cost of leasing and buying the same car. At the end of each scenario, students will determine if the person in the scenari
9th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Math
Also included in:Â Leasing vs Buying Car Lesson and Math Worksheet for Consumer Math
Health Insurance Lesson for Consumer Math on Copays, Coinsurance, Deductibles
In this lesson for a consumer math or personal finance class, students will learn important information found on a health insurance card, important definitions like copay, coinsurance, deductible, premium, and out of pocket maximum. Students will also learn about types of health insurance plans like HMO, PPO and POS. The math problems in this lesson include calculating out of pocket costs based on health incidents, calculating generic vs brand name medication costs and calculating health insuran
10th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Other (Math)
Introduction to Loans Lesson on Amortization, Simple Interest, Compound Interest
In this consumer math product, students will be provided with scaffolded notes about loans. They will learn important definitions like principal, interest, APR, and amortization. Additionally, students will calculate simple interest, compound interest, and continuous interest and see how each type is used for different kinds of loans. This is a great lesson to teach students before they learn about car loans, mortgage loans, or personal loans. What's Included:5-page scaffolded student notes hand
9th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business, Other (Math)
Understanding Hourly Wages and Filling out Time Cards Lesson for Consumer Math
In this lesson for a consumer math or personal finance class, students will learn how to calculate total weekly pay, overtime and practice filling out a time card. Students will also learn about minimum wage and analyze the pros and cons of raising minimum wage. There are google slides that follow the student handout and present the answer on-click. What's Included:4-page notes handout15-slide Google Slides that present answer on click (except math problems)Answer Key for notes handoutSuggestion
9th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Other (Math)
Mortgage Loans Lesson on Calculating Monthly Mortgage Payments for Consumer Math
In this consumer math product students will be provided with scaffolded notes about mortgages, repayment options, interest rates and calculating monthly mortgage payments. Students should already have prior knowledge on what principal and interest are and have a basic understanding of loans. This lesson should be used to delve deeper into loans, specifically mortgage loans. Students will also compare the price of homes now to the price of houses over 20 years ago. In doing so, students should re
9th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business, Other (Math)
Also included in:Â Consumer Math Mortgage Loans Lessons and Project Bundle
Car Loans Worksheet on Calculating Monthly Car Payments for Consumer Math
In this consumer math handout students will calculate monthly payments for auto loans by looking at interest rate, principal, and loan term. Students will also be given a chart of different interest rates based on credit scores and whether the car is new or used. Students are given three different scenarios in which they must determine which financing option is best for the individual. What's Included:Example problem4 page worksheet with 3 different scenariosComplete answer keySuggestions:I wou
8th - 12th
Applied Math, Business, Math
Also included in:Â Consumer Math: Car Loans Lesson and Car Loans Math Worksheet BUNDLE
Leasing vs Buying Car Lesson and Math Worksheet for Consumer Math
This product is great for a consumer math class or personal finance class. In this product, students will calculate the monthly car payment given the principal loan amount, loan term, and interest rate, and compare the total cost of leasing and buying the same car. There are three different scenarios where students will calculate the monthly car payment and compare the total cost of leasing and buying the same car. At the end of each scenario, students will determine if the person in the scenari
8th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business, Other (Math)
Car Insurance Lesson for Consumer Math or Personal Finance Class with Activity
In this lesson, students will learn all about car insurance and the different types of car insurance coverages such as comprehensive, collision, bodily injury, personal injury, gap insurance, etc. Students will learn about factors that affect the cost of car insurance, calculate insurance premiums and how much an insurance company pays based on the claim and the deductible. Included in this product is a card sort activity with 12 definitions from the lesson. What's Included:4-page notes handout
10th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business
Consumer Math Student Loans Lesson: Calculating Simple Interest Monthly Payments
In this consumer math product, students will be provided with scaffolded notes about student loans. In this lesson, students will learn about different kinds of government student loans, including subsidized vs. unsubsidized student loans, as well as Direct PLUS and Direct Consolidated loans. Students will calculate simple interest and the monthly payments on a student loan. Additionally, students will learn that most student loans are simple interest loans, although there are some student loans
10th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business, Other (Math)
Homeowners Insurance Lesson with Google Slides for Consumer Math Class
In this lesson for a consumer math or personal finance class, students will learn all about homeowners insurance and the different types of renters insurance coverages and key terms like premium, deductible, perils etc. Students will learn about factors that affect the cost of homeowners insurance and answer questions. In addition, students will practice calculating how much the insurance company pays based on the deductible and the insurer's coverage. What's Included:4-page notes handout14-slid
10th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business
Average Rate of Change Activity on Calculating Slope Scavenger Hunt for Algebra
This activity is great for an Algebra II or Algebra I class. With the math scavenger hunt game, students will walk around the room and calculate the average rate of change given graphs, tables, equations and points. I always like to incorporate movement in my lessons and this activity will do just that! Students are presented with a variety of different ways to find the average rate of change. This activity works great if you split students up into groups and have each group start at a differen
8th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
CCSS
HSF-IF.B.6
Consumer Math Mortgage Loans Lessons and Project Bundle
This consumer math resource is great for a loans unit. Students will learn about mortgage loans, mortgage amortization, and have a project based on the two lessons. Students are provided scaffolded notes. In the lessons students will learn about refinancing, principal, interest, reading an amortization schedule, loan term, and interest rates. In the project students will use an online mortgage amortization calculator to determine the total interest paid, the monthly payment, and a breakdown of t
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Applied Math, Other (Math)
Introduction to Insurance Lesson for Consumer Math or Personal Finance Class
In this lesson students will learn about insurance basics such as deductible, premium, coverage and how insurance works. Students will learn about how insurance companies determine a persons premium and how insurance companies manage risk through risk pooling. At the end of the lesson, students will practice calculating how much a person pays in premiums and how much the insured and the insurance company pays based on the insured coverage and damages. What's Included:4-page notes handout13-sli
10th - 12th, Adult Education
Applied Math, Business, Other (Math)
Mortgage Amortization Lesson on Amortization Schedule and Paying off Home Loans
In this consumer math product, students will be provided with scaffolded notes about mortgage amortization. They will learn an amortization schedule and how at the beginning of a loan, more goes towards paying interest. Towards the end of a loan, more goes towards principal. Students will also learn about ways to payoff a loan early. Lastly, the lesson briefly discusses what refinancing is and how it can save you money. What's Included:2-page scaffolded student notes handout with answer keyAnim
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Applied Math, Other (Math)
Also included in:Â Consumer Math Mortgage Loans Lessons and Project Bundle
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About the store
Experience
Hello, I'm Maggie! My goal is to make teaching easier by providing math teachers with secondary math resources. If you are looking for math resources that are engaging and informative, then you came to the right place. I bring a fresh perspective and a wealth of diverse experiences that help in creating engaging resources. My journey has been enriched by invaluable experiences gained from working in five different school districts each with a diverse group of learners.
I began my teaching journey with a commitment to immerse myself in various educational settings, each with its own distinct culture, challenges, and opportunities. From urban to rural, from high-performing to underserved communities, I've had the privilege of witnessing the richness and diversity of our educational landscape.
My experiences in multiple districts have equipped me with a deep understanding of the multifaceted nature of education and the importance of adaptability. I have honed my ability to navigate diverse classroom environments, collaborate with different school districts, and tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each community and student population.
Teaching style
In my classroom, I believe in fostering an environment where students not only learn but also own their learning. I encourage students to take the lead, guiding them to explore concepts independently and collaborate with their peers. By embracing a student-centered approach, I tailor my teaching style to meet the unique needs and learning preferences of each individual.
I strive to make learning enjoyable and meaningful by designing lessons that spark lively discussions and promote active participation. Whether through thought-provoking discussions, interactive activities, or hands-on projects, students are encouraged to actively engage with the material, fostering deeper understanding and retention.
Recognizing the benefits of physical activity on cognition, I incorporate movement into lessons to keep students energized and focused. From scavenger hunts to card sorts to work station rotations, students are encouraged to get up, move around, and actively participate in their learning journey.
My own education history
My educational journey has been deeply influenced by the remarkable teachers who ignited my passion for learning and inspired me to pursue a career in education. Growing up, I encountered a variety of educators who went above and beyond to support and encourage me, leaving a lasting impact on my life.
One particular area where I faced challenges was mathematics. Despite my initial struggles with math, I was fortunate to have dedicated teachers who saw my potential and provided the guidance and support I needed to succeed. Through their patience, creativity, and unwavering belief in my abilities, they helped me overcome my difficulties and develop a newfound confidence in math.
These experiences sparked a desire within me to pay it forward and make a positive difference in the lives of others through teaching. Motivated by the profound impact my teachers had on me, I embarked on a journey to become an educator, determined to inspire and empower students in the same way that my teachers had done for me.
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