Making Math Fun and Relevant

Do your students struggle with word problems? Are you looking for a way to effectively scaffold systems of equations word problems that fosters long-term reading comprehension? If so, this task is for you! This task has students build a system of equations for each of 8 word problems by first defining the unknowns, then requiring them to explain in complete sentences how the equations they build relate the unknowns. Here is evidence that this task truly helps students: I asked my students "Did

Are you about to teach your students about factoring quadratic trinomials by grouping? Or maybe you have already taught them but they are still struggling? Either way, this resource is for you!  This resource explains factoring by grouping using five easy steps, complete with 8 examples and an answer key. PRO TIP: The directions ask students to complete the first step for all eight problems, THEN complete the second step for all eight problems, then the third step for all eight, etc. By getting