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Math Squirrels

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Melbourne, Florida, United States
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34 years teaching elementary, middle, and high school students; Middle School and High School Math Certification; Gifted Endorsement
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Preview of Assessment Package - Topic 1: Basics of Geometry

Assessment Package - Topic 1: Basics of Geometry

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Assessment Package – Topic 1: Basics of GeometryThis resource addresses the following topics which are commonly studied during the first unit of geometry:Terminology (including point, line, plane, collinear, coplanar, intersection)Segment Addition Postulate – numeric and algebraic expressionsMidpoint of a line segmentPartitioning a number line using weighted averagesPartitioning a number line using ratiosAdvanced version also includes partitioning a line on a coordinate graphCongruent Line Segme
Preview of Right Triangle Trigonometry Scavenger Hunt

Right Triangle Trigonometry Scavenger Hunt

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Right Triangle Trigonometry Scavenger HuntIn this fun scavenger hunt activity, practice using trigonometric and inverse trigonometric ratios to find missing sides and angles in right triangles. Two versions are included. The first one has 16 problems with labeled triangle pictures -- 8 that require trig ratios, and 8 that require inverse trig. The second one also has 16 problems -- 4 using trig ratios, 4 using inverse trig, 4 with two connected triangles, and 4 word problems. Print one set of t
Preview of Building Blocks of Geometry Card Sort Activity

Building Blocks of Geometry Card Sort Activity

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Building Blocks of Geometry Card SortIn this quick but engaging card sort, students match terminology and symbols with pictorial representations of the basic building blocks of geometry: points, lines, planes, line segments, rays, and intersections. This activity can be used as an introduction to geometry on one of the first days of school. It will spark meaningful discussions about the pictures and symbols. Most students, especially if working with a partner or small group, can use logical rea
Preview of Angles Card Sort Activity

Angles Card Sort Activity

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Angles Card Sort ActivityIn this quick but engaging card sort, students match twelve angle terms with twelve picture cards. There is also an easy-to-read answer key which can be posted on a document camera for students to check their answers. Terms included in this card sort are:Vertical anglesLinear pairAdjacent anglesSupplementaryComplementaryObtuseAcuteRight angleAngle bisected by a ray…and three examples of naming angles Use this card sort as a pre-test to see what students already know or c
Preview of Polygon Vocabulary Card Sort Activity

Polygon Vocabulary Card Sort Activity

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Polygon Vocabulary Card Sort ActivityIn this quick but engaging card sort, students match twelve polygon terms with twelve definitions and twelve picture cards. There is also an easy-to-read answer key which can be posted on a document camera for students to check their answers. Terms included in this card sort are:Regular PolygonIrregular PolygonRadius of PolygonApothemIncircleCircumcircleCircumcenterQuadrilateralPentagonHexagonOctagonDecagonUse this card sort as a pre-test to see what students
Preview of Slope Between Two Points Card Sort Activity

Slope Between Two Points Card Sort Activity

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Slope Between Two Points Card Sort Activity Review calculating the slope of a line given two points on the line with this quick and enjoyable card sort activity. Use it as practice after teaching the concept, as a review before a test, or to revisit the concept before building on it in other lessons.  We are just getting started, so watch for more resources coming soon! We’d be happy to consider any suggestions for new content.Copyright information: By downloading this resource, you obtain licen
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34 years teaching elementary, middle, and high school students; Middle School and High School Math Certification; Gifted Endorsement

Teaching style

Learn by doing! Does the class period feel too short to go over last night’s homework solutions, answer questions, teach the new lesson, and do some practice so your students aren’t totally lost at home? Have you gotten frustrated with teaching a lesson while your students take copious notes, only to find that they are unable to do the homework? Are your students’ parents frustrated because they can’t help their students at home? Are your students simply not doing homework? Do you constantly wonder how you can cover ALL your standards in one school year? Yup! That was my story, too! Something had to give! I realized that the most effective use of my class time was practice – guided and with immediate feedback. So, when do I teach the lesson? I do it within the practice! The constant repetitive practice that we do in class is the great equalizer. It levels the playing field for students who have no access to help at home, for those who work jobs and have no time for homework, for those with learning disabilities who really need a teacher nearby when they are practicing, and for those who believe they are naturally bad at math when really they just need consistent doses of success. Immediate, positive, constructive feedback is powerful! “My child likes math again,” and “I’ve never been good at math, but I get this stuff!” are things I hear often. It’s music to my ears! All it takes is to make the majority of your class time guided practice, practice, practice.