Math without the Madness
5 Followers
Columbus, Nebraska, United States
About the store
Hello and welcome to my page! I have been teaching 5th grade for eight years. I taught six years of 5th grade teaching all subjects in an elementary school, but now I teach 5th grade math in a middle school. I am super passionate about creating ways to make 5th grade content easier for students, while still keeping the standards high. That's why I started creating templates for my students to use and follow along with for each standard. I noticed that with the graphic organizers, all of my students were successful working independently, even my students that were at a 2nd grade level or below. I hope these templates are able to help you feel this same success!
Read moreAll resources
Filters
Subject
Resource type
Standard
Programs & methods
Supports
Multiplication Using Area Model Graphic Organizers
This product includes two graphic organizers to aid in teaching multiplication of 2 digit and 3 digit numbers using area model. I put these in pocket charts and students use a dry erase marker to solve problems. Skills: 2 digit x 2 digit, 3 digit x 2 digit and 3 digit x 3 digit
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Place Value
Multiplying Decimals with Area Models Work Mats
These graphic organizers are great for students learning to master the skill of multiplying decimals. I love to teach multiplying with decimals using an area model before moving into using standard algorithm. The organizers help students grasp the concept of multiplying to get partial products and the labels really assist students organize their work when setting up the problems.
4th - 6th
Decimals
CCSS
5.NBT.B.7
Finding Volume of Composite Figures Work Mat
This work mat help students organize their thinking when finding volume of composite figures. I print them and place them in clear pocket protectors for students to use individually. It really helps students feel successful when practicing this skill.
5th
Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
5.MD.C.5c
Customary Conversion Charts
These customary conversion charts are great for converting the following units of measure: length, weight, volume and time. My students love to use these every year. We place our finger on the chart and move either up or down. If we move up, we multiply and if we move down, we divide. It seems to be helpful for students to physically move their finger up/down on the chart.
3rd - 6th
Measurement
CCSS
5.MD.A.1
Metric Conversions Chart
This graphic organizer has been a game changer when it comes to teaching metric conversions! I have students use colored pencils or markers to complete the chart with measurements (red for capacity, blue for length, and green for weight.) Then, students use an object (eraser, pompom, decimal cutout) to physically move the decimal from one measurement to the other. I explain how to do this in the video preview. My students have so much fun with metric conversions every year, which is saying a lot
4th - 6th
Measurement
CCSS
5.MD.A.1
Factors and Multiples Workmat
I use this work mat to introduce factors and multiples before moving into comparing fractions/adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators. I print the organizer and put it in pocket charts for students to fill out using dry erase markers.
3rd - 6th
Fractions, Mental Math, Numbers
Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions Workmat
This product provides a work mat for converting mixed numbers to improper fractions. I project the mat on the board and they place printed work mats in pocket charts to follow along with dry erase markers.
4th - 6th
Fractions, Math Test Prep
Comparing Fractions with Unlike Denominators Workmat
After students are successful with finding equivalent fractions, we move to comparing fractions. This work mat is great to place in pocket charts for students to use when completing comparison problems with unlike denominators. It goes through each step in a clear and concise way. It really helps students organize their thinking and better understand the concept of each step. Eventually, we want students to be able to compare fractions without the organizer, but still following the 4 square meth
4th - 6th
Fractions
CCSS
5.NF.B.5a
Simplifying Fractions Using GCF Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer helps students simplify fractions by taking them step-by-step through the process of simplifying fractions using a greatest common factor. I project this on the board while students have a copy in a pocket chart. They use dry erase markers to solve problems with simplifying.
4th - 6th
Fractions, Math Test Prep
Order of Operations WorkMats
These organizers are great for teaching order of operations. I print these organizers double sided and then have students place them in pocket charts to help organize our work.
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Order of Operations
CCSS
5.OA.A.1
Finding Equivalent Fractions Using a Multiplier/Divisor Work Mats
I print this graphic organizer out front/back and have students place it in a pocket chart. We use this graphic organizer to get the hang of finding equivalent fractions and it's great because everything is labeled and everyone can follow along. Usually after practicing for a day or two, students are able to find equivalent fractions without using the graphic organizer, however, my lower students tend to rely on it longer.
4th - 5th
Fractions
CCSS
5.NF.A.1
, 5.NF.B.4
, 5.NF.B.5
 +1
Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators Workmat
Once students have mastered comparing fractions, we move seamlessly into adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators. The first three steps are the same as comparing, but in the fourth step you add or subtract. Just like with comparing fractions, we eventually want students to be able to follow the steps without the graphic organizer.
4th - 6th
Fractions
CCSS
5.NF.A.1
Multiplying Mixed Numbers with Area Models
This graphic organizer is great for multiplying mixed numbers using area models. I print the graphic organizer and place in pocket charts for students to follow along as I project it on the board.
4th - 7th
Fractions
Converting Improper Fractions to Mixed Numbers Work Mat
This work mat is great for helping students organize their work when converting improper fractions to mixed numbers.
4th - 6th
Fractions
CCSS
5.NF.B.3
Cross Simplify and Multiply Fractions Math Mat
I use this math mat when teaching how to cross simplify and multiply fractions.
4th - 6th
Fractions
Long Division Mat
I have been using this division mat for a couple of years now and the students love using it. We follow the steps: divide, multiply, subtract, bring up.
4th - 7th
Basic Operations, Place Value
CCSS
5.NBT.B.6
Representing Decimals Workmat
I use these graphic organizers when first introducing decimals. I make a double sided copy for each student and we place them in pocket charts. Students can use these scaffolded organizers when they work on their independent work and they love them! I also project them on the board and students love coming up to fill in parts of the organizer.
3rd - 6th
Decimals, Fractions, Place Value
CCSS
5.NBT.A.3
Fractions as Decimals Work Mats
This graphic organizer is great for writing fractions as decimals (denominators as powers of 10) and converting fractions to decimals by dividing.
4th - 7th
Decimals, Fractions
Multiplying and Dividing by Powers of 10 Work Mat
I use this work mat when teaching multiplying and dividing by powers of 10. I project it on my board while students have copies in pocket charts to follow along.
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Place Value
CCSS
5.NBT.A.1
, 5.NBT.A.2
Shape Hierarchy Guided Notes
This product includes guided notes of shape hierarchy for all polygons, triangles, and quadrilaterals.
4th - 6th
Geometry
CCSS
5.G.B.4
Showing 1-20 of 23 results
About the store
Experience
Hello and welcome to my page! I have been teaching 5th grade for eight years. I taught six years of 5th grade teaching all subjects in an elementary school, but now I teach 5th grade math in a middle school. I am super passionate about creating ways to make 5th grade content easier for students, while still keeping the standards high. That's why I started creating templates for my students to use and follow along with for each standard. I noticed that with the graphic organizers, all of my students were successful working independently, even my students that were at a 2nd grade level or below. I hope these templates are able to help you feel this same success!
TPT is the largest marketplace for PreK-12 resources, powered by a community of educators.
IXL family of brands