Mental Sweat
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Maineville, Ohio, United States
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I am a retired educator and researcher dedicated to making "brain-smart" math accessible for every teacher. I design math resources that do more than just provide practice—they utilize how the brain actually learns. My resources are informed by the Science of Learning, built to reduce working memory overload and designed to isolate the exact step where students get stuck. This ensures that every puzzle, digital reveal, and lesson is optimized for how students process information. They are high-engagement, low-prep, and research-aligned—so you can focus on teaching. My mission is to provide teachers with sophisticated, classroom-ready tools that bridge the gap between research and the whiteboard.
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Modeling Percents | 6th Grade | Self Checking | Digital + Print Math Worksheet
In this interactive Google Sheets activity, students examine shaded hundreds grids, determine the percent represented, and record their answers directly on the sheet. Each correct response reveals part of a hidden image—motivating them to keep going until the full picture appears! 💻 What’s Included Self-checking Google Sheets activity – Students enter percent values; automatic feedback and image reveal keep them engaged. Teacher Answer Key for quick checking. Optional Printable Recording Sheet
5th - 7th
Math Test Prep, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
6.RP.A.3c
, 7.RP.A.2
, 7.RP.A.3
 +3
Multiplying Signed Fractions (Rational Numbers) Digital Activity | Google Sheets
Master multiplying signed fractions and rational numbers with this engaging, self-checking digital mystery path and task card set! This no-prep Google Sheets activity challenges students to multiply positive and negative fractions, mixed numbers, and evaluate algebraic expressions. Perfect for 7th grade math and 8th grade pre-algebra, this resource provides immediate feedback as students match problems to answers, revealing a colorful path and the answer to a funny math riddle. Whethe
7th - 9th
Decimals, Fractions, Math Test Prep
CCSS
7.NS.A.2
, 7.NS.A.2a
, 7.NS.A.2c
Independent and Dependent Variables Clue Game | Grade 6 Math Digital + Print
Master dependent and independent variables with this engaging, self-checking digital Clue game and math coloring worksheet! Students will identify variable types from word problems, ordered pairs, tables, and graphs to solve a mischievous misconduct mystery. Perfect for 6th grade math, 7th grade math, or Algebra 1, this Google Sheets activity provides instant feedback, making it an ideal no-prep resource for independent practice, math centers, or early finishers. Enhance algebraic think
6th - 9th
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.EE.C.9
, 7.EE.B.4
, 8.EE.C.8a
Shapes of Distributions Mystery Maze | Digital & Print | Grade 6 Math
etting students to accurately identify and describe shapes of distributions can feel like an uphill battle, especially when they struggle to connect visual graphs to the correct statistical vocabulary. This activity challenges your 6th–9th grade students to identify skewed left, skewed right, symmetrical, and uniform data patterns from histograms, dot plots, and box-and-whisker plots. Perfect for 6th–9th grade statistics units, this product features a self-checking Digital Matching Maze and
6th - 9th
Math Test Prep, Other (Math), Statistics
CCSS
6.SP.A.2
, 6.SP.B.4
, 6.SP.B.5d
Area of Parallelograms Activity | 6th Grade Geometry | Digital + Print
🎯 Mastering the area of parallelograms has never been more engaging! This middle school geometry resource eliminates "math boredom" by combining rigorous practice with a creative Story Builder twist. Perfect for 6th grade math, 7th grade review, or 8th grade geometry prep, students solve 12 targeted problems to unlock a hilarious Mad Lib-style story. Using high-engagement Would You Rather questions, students remain focused while developing a deep understanding of base and height relati
5th - 8th
Geometry, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.G.B.3
, 5.G.B.4
, 6.G.A.1
 +2
Statistical Questions Win-A-Lotto Game | 6th Grade Math Activity | Self-Checking
Bring engagement to your classroom with this Win-A-Lotto Statistical Questions activity! Designed for 6th-grade math, this gamified resource helps students master the difference between statistical and non-statistical questions through an interactive, self-checking experience. Perfect for Google Sheets or as a no-prep printable, this activity provides immediate feedback, allowing students to correct their work as they play. Built on the Science of Learning, this resource reduces cognitive
6th - 8th
Math Test Prep, Statistics
CCSS
6.SP.A.1
Multiplying Fractions & Mixed Numbers | 5th Grade | Math | Digital + Print
Make multiplying fractions fun and visual with this interactive, self-checking Google Sheets™ activity! Students solve 10 multiplying fraction problems, entering answers in simplest form to gradually reveal a hidden Thanksgiving-themed picture. Each correct answer brings the image into focus and earns a magnifying glass they’ll use to spot the differences between two scenes! 💻 How It WorksStudents can answer questions in any order.Correct answers turn the box green and make the image less
5th - 8th
Arithmetic, Fractions, Math Test Prep
CCSS
5.NF.B.4
, 5.NF.B.4a
, 5.NF.B.5a
 +1
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I am a retired educator and researcher dedicated to making "brain-smart" math accessible for every teacher. I design math resources that do more than just provide practice—they utilize how the brain actually learns. My resources are informed by the Science of Learning, built to reduce working memory overload and designed to isolate the exact step where students get stuck. This ensures that every puzzle, digital reveal, and lesson is optimized for how students process information. They are high-engagement, low-prep, and research-aligned—so you can focus on teaching. My mission is to provide teachers with sophisticated, classroom-ready tools that bridge the gap between research and the whiteboard.
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Ph.D. in Learning & Development – specializing in mathematics education
National Board Certified Teacher (YA Mathematics, since 2002)
Fellow, National Academy of Science & Mathematics Leadership
My own education history
Ph.D. in Learning & Development with a focus on mathematics education and psychometrics, along with advanced degrees in curriculum and instruction.
My background in both classroom teaching and research helps me design materials that truly support how students learn best.
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