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MissMathDork

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Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States
About the store
I have been in public city schools in the Twin Cities for 11 years now. I am a licensed k-6 generalist teacher with a 5-8 STEM Specialist licensure. I have worked with many levels of children, but mainly in upper elementary and middle school. Most recently I have served as the Math LEAD in our building.
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Preview of Fraction Approximation! Visualizing fractions on a number line.

Fraction Approximation! Visualizing fractions on a number line.

Created by
MissMathDork
Fraction Approximation is an dual activity. First students sort the fractions based on whether they are closer to 0, 1/2, or 1 whole. Then after students have brainstormed their ideas, as a class they start putting their fractions on a number line. Halves, Thirds, Fourths, Fifths, Sixths, Eights, Tenths and Twelfths have been provided Promote math talk by asking questions about how they know the placement and how they can defend their answer. If numbers are really close and students are stru
Preview of Box and Whisker plots: Understanding, Identifying & Analyzing.

Box and Whisker plots: Understanding, Identifying & Analyzing.

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MissMathDork
Box and whisker plots pose many problems for students. They often confuse the length of a quartile for the size of data it includes. After seeing my students struggle with this concept for years (even more-so because they had to analyze the data, not merely create the plot) I came up with this activity. The coloring piece, coupled with the dollar bill comparison made something click. I've used the activity ever since! **Please note this activity uses the American Dollar Bill as a portion of a
Preview of Name that property: an open ended identification activity

Name that property: an open ended identification activity

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MissMathDork
Need a higher level property activity for your students? Name that property is deceptively difficult and will make your students think about the properties and really piece together what each property means. This activity has helped my Algebra students look at properties in a deeper way. Includes: Commutative Associative Distributive Identity Inverse Zero and Not a property Great activity that have been classroom tested and has had positive results. NOW UPDATED! product now includes 5 pag
Preview of Editable Classroom Labels in FUN, BRIGHT colors with a MATH background!

Editable Classroom Labels in FUN, BRIGHT colors with a MATH background!

Created by
MissMathDork
These labels are super bright and super fun! You can't help but smile when seeing such amazing colors around your room! Looks great on a black bulletin board or chalkboard! This package contains 20 FULLY EDITABLE pages in 5 colors: magenta, orange, lime, blue, and purple in 3 different sizes (full page, 1/2 page and 1/4 page). Also offered in 4 different layouts to help you use your printer ink in the most efficient way possible! ******************* Like what you see? Leave me feedbac
Preview of FREE: MATH Common Core State Standards 3-5 Checklist

FREE: MATH Common Core State Standards 3-5 Checklist

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MissMathDork
Wait, did we cover that standard already? Which group of students is ready to move on? Where are they coming from and where are they going? Tracking when concepts are taught and/or mastered is a crucial part of every teacher’s daily routine. Taking time to record not only what we teach but also whether a student has mastered the skill and is prepared to move on to the next is critical for making sure that your classroom lessons and activities run smoothly. A great way to track each of the stan
Preview of Converting Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages: FDP Go Between!

Converting Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages: FDP Go Between!

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MissMathDork
Converting between Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages--- Students need to interact with these numbers and make connections between all three forms. This product includes: Pages 3 to 14 are for matching or sorting. (think memory, sequencing, equivalences, there are ENDLESS possibilities!) Page 15 is blank for matching or sorting creation Page 16 is the KEY for practice worksheets Pages 17 to 22 are practice worksheets Page 23 is blank for practice worksheet creation Page 24 is to approxima
Preview of Modeling Fraction Multiplication using Area - 4 activities

Modeling Fraction Multiplication using Area - 4 activities

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MissMathDork
As students are building a conceptual foundation for multiplying fractions, models should be a key component. With four levels for students to progress through from introduction to extending the concept, this is a resource for all math teachers. Activity #1 : Name that Model Given the model, identify each of the three fractions to show the fraction equation hat is being represented. Page 4: Station directions with example Page 5—10 : 6 pages of 12 problems. Page 11: Blank problem page for diffe
Preview of FREE: MATH Common Core State Standards K-2 Checklist

FREE: MATH Common Core State Standards K-2 Checklist

Created by
MissMathDork
Wait, did we cover that standard already? Which group of students is ready to move on? Where are they coming from and where are they going? Tracking when concepts are taught and/or mastered is a crucial part of every teacher’s daily routine. Taking time to record not only what we teach but also whether a student has mastered the skill and is prepared to move on to the next is critical for making sure that your classroom lessons and activities run smoothly. A great way to track each of the stan
Preview of FREE: MATH Common Core State Standards 6-8 Checklist

FREE: MATH Common Core State Standards 6-8 Checklist

Created by
MissMathDork
Wait, did we cover that standard already? Which group of students is ready to move on? Where are they coming from and where are they going? Tracking when concepts are taught and/or mastered is a crucial part of every teacher’s daily routine. Taking time to record not only what we teach but also whether a student has mastered the skill and is prepared to move on to the next is critical for making sure that your classroom lessons and activities run smoothly. A great way to track each of the stan
Preview of How to be a Good Mathematician  -14 posters for your classroom!

How to be a Good Mathematician -14 posters for your classroom!

Created by
MissMathDork
I am so excited for this product! So many students don't know what it means to be a Good Mathematicians These 14 bright and colorful posters serve as a constant reminder! Included in this product: *14 bright and colorful posters *14 colorful, but more printer friendly posters - these also print beautifully in black and white without losing the details *A handout for your students to keep close at hand to remind them of the qualities of a Good Mathematician. (The handout is available in 4 col
Preview of MissMathDork's Creation Cabinet (ALL my math activities BUNDLED)

MissMathDork's Creation Cabinet (ALL my math activities BUNDLED)

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MissMathDork
YES!! You did read that correctly - I’m putting all of my math activities in one listing! If you purchased each item separately (not including the bundles) it would cost you $570. PLEASE NOTE: Due the already discounted price of 30% off, this item will not be included in any store or site wide sales. This bundle will always be offered at 30% off the individual purchase price.That’s higher than buying my entire store during a Site-Wide Sale! The discounted rate is good at any time. (NOTE: You
Preview of Tricky Twenty-Four:  A fun spin on Order of Operations!  FREE!

Tricky Twenty-Four: A fun spin on Order of Operations! FREE!

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MissMathDork
There is more to this Freebie than meets the eye! I have used this game with kiddos who are in 5th grade and remedial as well as who are in Algebra 1 and need enrichment! For each problem: You MUST use ALL the numbers 1,2,3 and 4. You may NOT repeat the 1,2,3 or 4. The numbers 1,2,3, and 4 do NOT need to be in consecutive order. You may use addition, subtraction, multiplication or division as many times as you would like. Parenthesis, Exponents, Square roots, and Fraction bars ARE allowed
Preview of High School:BUNDLE MATH CCSS "I Can" Statements

High School:BUNDLE MATH CCSS "I Can" Statements

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MissMathDork
Tired of writing your objectives on the board daily? Use these CCSS I Can statements to help save time and show your daily obejective(s). PLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE THE BUNDLE IF YOU HAVE PURCHASED THESE "I CAN" PRODUCTS INDIVIDUALLY. Included in the Bundle: - Directions to prepare and use in your classroom - I Can Statement cards for ALL High School: Algebra Math CCSS - I Can Statement cards for ALL High School: Functions Math CCSS - I Can Statement cards for ALL High School: Geometry Math C
Preview of 8th Grade Math CCSS "I Can" Statements

8th Grade Math CCSS "I Can" Statements

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MissMathDork
Tired of writing your objectives on the board daily? Use these CCSS I Can statements to help save time and show your daily objective(s). Included are: - Directions to prepare and use in your classroom - I Can Statement cards for ALL 8th Grade Math CCSS Pages are printed in black and white so that you can easily print each strand on a different color card stock, or a color theme to go with your room. Teach multiple grades? Check out ALL of my “I Can” Statements – ALL grades now complete!
Preview of Algebra HS Math CCSS "I Can" Statements

Algebra HS Math CCSS "I Can" Statements

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MissMathDork
Tired of writing your objectives on the board daily? Use these CCSS I Can statements to help save time and show your daily obejective(s). Included are: - Directions to prepare and use in your classroom - I Can Statement cards for ALL High School: Algebra Math CCSS Pages are printed in black and white so that you can easily print each strand on a different color card stock, or a color theme to go with your room. Teach multiple grades? Check out ALL of my “I Can” Statements – ALL grades no
Preview of Self-check Perfect Square and Perfect Cube Flash-cards

Self-check Perfect Square and Perfect Cube Flash-cards

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MissMathDork
Practice does not make perfect.... perfect practice makes perfect! Perfect Square/Cube flash cards are good, but self-check Perfect Square/Cube flash cards are awesome! Squares and Cubes from 1-20. 40 total flash cards. he layout is set up so that you can easily print the answers on the back of the flashcard. **card stock, or heavy paper works best!** These cards are ideal for math stations, early finishers, sets to send home, independent practice, partner work and much,much more. *****
Preview of Geometry HS Math CCSS "I Can" Statements

Geometry HS Math CCSS "I Can" Statements

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MissMathDork
Tired of writing your objectives on the board daily? Use these CCSS I Can statements to help save time and show your daily obejective(s). Included are: - Directions to prepare and use in your classroom - I Can Statement cards for ALL High School: Geometry Math CCSS Pages are printed in black and white so that you can easily print each strand on a different color card stock, or a color theme to go with your room. Teach multiple grades? Check out ALL of my “I Can” Statements – ALL grades n
Preview of Linear Equation Gift-Tag Match-up!  Matching linear graphs to their equations

Linear Equation Gift-Tag Match-up! Matching linear graphs to their equations

Created by
MissMathDork
Just because your students are older, doesn't mean they don’t appreciate holiday activities! Each teacher has their own teaching style and can easily use the pages in different ways. This is a versatile matching activity that can be used many ways (read a few ideas on page 2). Match each graphing gift with the corresponding equation gift tag! This product includes: 1 page of suggestions on how to use the resource 1 page for Answer Key 6 pages of 4x Linear graph gifts 1 page of Green Gift
Preview of 7th Grade Math CCSS "I Can" Statements

7th Grade Math CCSS "I Can" Statements

Created by
MissMathDork
Tired of writing your objectives on the board daily? Use these CCSS I Can statements to help save time and show your daily obejective(s). Included are: - Directions to prepare and use in your classroom - I Can Statement cards for ALL 7th Grade Math CCSS Pages are printed in black and white so that you can easily print each strand on a different color card stock, or a color theme to go with your room. Teach multiple grades? Check out ALL of my “I Can” Statements – ALL grades now complete!
Preview of Capacity, Length AND Mass/Weight: Measurement Made Easy BUNDLED!

Capacity, Length AND Mass/Weight: Measurement Made Easy BUNDLED!

Created by
MissMathDork
Measurement, both Customary and Metric, are very hard for students to grasp. These fun, yet simple posters are a great way to help students mentally visualize standard measurements in a non-standard way! The posters are available in Length, Capacity, and Mass/Weight. You can also buy the BUNDLE and save!! Measurement Made Easy : Length Measurement Made Easy : Capacity Measurement Made Easy : Mass Measurement Made Easy – Bundled: Capacity, Length and Mass Read about how I have used this
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About the store

Experience

I have been in public city schools in the Twin Cities for 11 years now. I am a licensed k-6 generalist teacher with a 5-8 STEM Specialist licensure. I have worked with many levels of children, but mainly in upper elementary and middle school. Most recently I have served as the Math LEAD in our building.

Teaching style

I love to teach with games and hands-on activities. Many of my products include games, sorts, and hands-on ways of learning. All of my products have been tested in my classroom, or by a classroom in my school. My teachers help me edit games and come up with ways to make them better before they are placed online.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Additional biographical information

I have served as a mentor for many new teachers as well as lead teacher for my content area and grade level teams. I LOVE hosting student teachers in my classroom and have had at least one every year for the last 5 years. Visit my blog at www.missmathdork.com ! You can also find me on INSTAGRAM as LessonsWithCoffee