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Mona Iehl is a former classroom teacher turned instructional coach who helps educators create math classrooms full of curiosity, collaboration, and confident problem solvers. She is the author of (releasing VERY soon) Word Problem Workshop: 5 Steps to Creating Classrooms of Problem Solvers, a teacher-tested, research-backed routine she developed and has taught to hundreds of teachers across the country. Mona brings over 17 years of experience and a deep belief that every student can grow in math through discourse, struggle, and real-world problem solving.
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Grouping Cards for Building Thinking Classroom
Thinking about a Building Thinking Classroom, but want a fun way to randomly group your students? These grouping cards offer 3 sets of cards and posters to use to make groups! What will you find in this resource? Directions & ideas for using in your classroom Printable Pairing CardsHow can you use Grouping Cards for Building Thinking Classroom in your classroom?Make random groups to switch things up!Make your trios for vertical whiteboards.Building Thinking Classroom random groups, done easily
3rd - 5th
Classroom Community
3rd Grade Thin Sliced Problems Bundle
If you're using Building Thinking Classrooms model in your classroom, you need thin sliced problems. However, there take a long time to find & write. So, I've done that for you! Grab this bundle to differentiate and get all the thin sliced problems for 3rd grade!
3rd
Applied Math, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.NBT.A.3
, 5.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.7
+2
5th Bundle Thin Sliced Word Problems
If you're using Building Thinking Classrooms model in your classroom, you need thin sliced problems. However, there take a long time to find & write. So, I've done that for you! Grab this bundle to differentiate and get all the thin sliced problems for grades 4th to 5th!
5th
Applied Math, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.NBT.A.3
, 5.NBT.B.5
, 5.NBT.B.7
+2
First Week of Math Word Problem Workshop K-2
Your first week of math can be FULL of joyful problem solving, all while teaching routines, and embedding social emotional learning vital to creating a classroom of problem solvers. The first week of math Word Problem Workshop Starter Pack includes everything you need to kick off the first week of math successfully. I know you want your students to be: engaged in math each daywilling to take risks comfortable pushing themselves when things get tough excited about math & form a positive math id
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Other (Math), Place Value
How to Apologize Say Sorry SEL Lesson
What is a "How to Apologize" even mean? What is a 4 part apology? In our classrooms, a quick “sorry” isn’t enough to truly repair the harm caused by a mistake or a bad choice. Teaching students how to apologize means showing them how to take ownership, reflect on their actions, and rebuild trust with the person they hurt. That’s where the 4 Part Apology comes in. This simple framework guides students to: Say what they’re sorry for. Name how their choice affected the other person. Share what t
1st - 6th
Character Education, Classroom Community
Math Team Building Activities Elementary & Middle School
Math Team Building activities are the perfect way to start the school year, build a positive math classroom culture, and get students collaborating from day one. These math team building activities are some of my favorites that I come back to year after year. I love them because they help students connect, communicate, and problem-solve while having fun. What will you find in this resource? 7 ready-to-use Math Team Building activities with step-by-step directions Printable materials and image
2nd - 6th
Classroom Community, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
First Week of Math Word Problem Workshop 3-5
Your first week of math in 3-5 can be FULL of joyful problem solving, all while teaching routines, and embedding social emotional learning vital to creating a classroom of problem solvers. The first week of math Word Problem Workshop Starter Pack includes everything you need to kick off the first week of math successfully. I know you want your students to be: engaged in math each daywilling to take risks comfortable pushing themselves when things get tough excited about math & form a positive
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Other (Math), Place Value
Counting Collections for Number Sense
Counting collections build number sense and lay the foundation for elementary mathematics. Engage your students in one week of Counting Collections and then use as a weekly routine, extensions or as intervention. What is Counting Collections? Counting Collections are simple, but powerful routine where students figure out "how many" objects are in their collection. Students count, organize, record, and share their strategies. Counting Collections is an authentic opportunity for make sense of num
PreK - 2nd
Basic Operations, Numbers, Place Value
Classroom Community Posters Math Affirmations
Boost math growth mindset and increase math engagement with your students! These posters will help you transform your math teaching practice through strategically teaching math growth mindset and in turn increasing your math engagement. What are Math Affirmations for kids to Build Math Growth Mindset & Boost Math Engagement? Positive Affirmations are positive self talk statements that are designed to help kids develop self- esteem and positive thinking toward math. When repeated or read often t
Not Specific
Character Education, Classroom Community, Math
Also included in: Math Classroom Community Bundle
Newsletter Digital Fully Editable
What is this?A fully editable newsletter for your classroom, grade level, or homeschool pod. What will you find in this resource?EDITABLE Google SlidePlant themed newsletterHeadings: What We've Been Learning, Important Dates, Don't Forget! How can you use the Newsletter in your classroom?Complete monthly or weekly to email to parents or post on your class website. Assign "Newsletter" as a job to your students to complete!Want to see these resources in action? I have an entire blog post on how I
PreK - 12th, Higher Education
Classroom Community
Math Mindsets
Have you heard for Academic Mindsets? The academic mindsets come from Camille A. Farrington of University of Chicago Consortium on Chicago School Research. Read more about Camille's work here. "Students with positive academic mindsets work harder, engage in more productive academic behaviors, and persevere to overcome obstacles to success." What will you find in this resource? A poster of the 4 academic mindsets-- hang it in your classroom, print it for student folders, etc. An editable studen
3rd - 7th
Character Education, Classroom Community
Also included in: Math Classroom Community Bundle
student centered assessment practices bundle
Work habits are how students do their work. By reflecting and goal setting on work habits we can help students improve their ability to do their work more effectively and in turn learn more. When we teach students how to reflect on their work habits we teach students how to learn more effectively! What will you find in student centered assessment practices bundle?levels of understanding (4 point scale) grading scale rubric (5 point scale) learning target reflections work habits reflections MORE
Not Specific
Character Education, Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Reflection: End of First Day to Build Growth Mindset
What is the End of First Day Reflection? Have you ever wondered how your students are feeling at the end of the first day? Use this quick reflection will allow you to do just that! Students will reflect on their thoughts and feelings about the first day. They will record what makes a good teacher for them, what they wonder and hope for this year. What will you find in this resource?1 page reflection for "upper elementary" 3rd - 6th grade 1 page reflection for "lower elementary" good for k-2nd
2nd - 6th
Character Education, Classroom Community
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Experience
Mona Iehl is a former classroom teacher turned instructional coach who helps educators create math classrooms full of curiosity, collaboration, and confident problem solvers. She is the author of (releasing VERY soon) Word Problem Workshop: 5 Steps to Creating Classrooms of Problem Solvers, a teacher-tested, research-backed routine she developed and has taught to hundreds of teachers across the country. Mona brings over 17 years of experience and a deep belief that every student can grow in math through discourse, struggle, and real-world problem solving.
Teaching style
My students learn best when learning has meaning and in a context they can relate to their lives. I work to help students find meaning in math, joyfully problem solve, and soak in the satisfaction of tackling a challenging task. I also know that students thrive when their social emotional needs are met, so we always are in search of creating a classroom community to support every problem solver.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Nationally Board Certified 2017
Chicago Foundation for Education, Teacher of the Year 2015
EL Education Klingenstein Teacher Award, Finalist 2019
Master Class Presentations at ELeducation National Conference 2019, 2016, 2013, 2014
My own education history
Bachelors of Science in Education 2008, Central Michigan University
Master of Education in Curriculum Design & Instruction, 2012
Nationally Board Certified 2017
Additional biographical information
I LOVE feedback. Please email me kind, specific, and helpful feedback at hellomonamath@gmail.com
Check out my blog: http://www.monamath.com
Grab my book--> Word Problem Workshop, 5 Steps to Creating a Classroom of Problem Solvers
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