Mrs Balius
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Houston, Texas, United States
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I have a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction and have taught elementary and middle school students primarily in an ESL setting. My experience spans both public and charter school settings. I also have specialized in tutoring all testing grades (3-8) for our state math testing. I have also spent over twenty-five years of teaching and mentoring PK-12 students in a variety of non-classroom settings. My passion is guided small group-differentiated learning, incorporating the workshop model in all of my teachings. I also bring as much creativity and higher order thinking into everything that I do. I have also had a background in sales and marketing and participate in a variety of musical endeavors.
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1st Grade Math Word Problem Solving 1.OA.1 - Addition & Subtraction within 20
How do you teach problem-solving in your classroom? This 1st-grade math problem-solving resource gives your students a lot of practice with ALL ELEVEN types of addition and subtraction word problems. This resource covers CCSS 1.OA.1 and is fully adaptable to different styles of learning. Mega Math Practice is now DIGITAL for use with Google Slides™. First-grade math students need daily problem-solving practice and continued exposure to addition and subtraction word problems to achieve maste
1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS
1.OA.A.1
, 1.OA.A.2
, MA.1.3.A
+1
Counting and Number Lines Activities First Grade Math Number Sense Worksheet 0A5
Engage your students with these fun First Grade Math Number Sense Activities with Counting and Number Lines Worksheets and digital activities and help them master these important foundational skills. These First Grade Math Number Sense Activities and Counting and Number Lines Worksheets are perfect for morning work, homework, math centers, distance or hybrid learning, or homeschool. The No Prep printable worksheets and ready-to-use digital activities give you lots of options when assigning to
1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS
1.OA.C.5
, MA.1.2.C
, MA.1.2.D
+2
Also included in: First Grade Algebraic Thinking Number Sense Math Activities OA Bundle
First Grade Two Step Word Problems Math Story Problem Solving
Will you be having math centers and stations in the classroom, using distance learning, hybrid learning or be in the classroom this year? Now, Problem Solving Mega Math Practice 1.OA.2: Two-Step Problem Solving is adaptable to whatever learning situation in which you find yourself. Now DIGITAL for use with Google Slides™. First-grade math students need daily number sense practice. These DIGITAL + PRINTABLE, easy-to-use first grade Mega Math Practice activities are the perfect way to practi
K - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
1.OA.A.2
Also included in: First Grade Algebraic Thinking Number Sense Math Activities OA Bundle
Part Part Whole Story Problems First Grade Math Word Problems 1.OA.1
How do you teach problem-solving in your classroom? Problem Solving: 1.OA.1-Part-Part-Whole gives your students a lot of practice with the part-part-whole type of addition and subtraction word problems. Mega Math Practice-Problem-Solving 1.OA.1 is adaptable to different styles of learning. Mega Math Practice is now DIGITAL for use with Google Slides™. First-grade math students need daily problem-solving practice. ✨✨✨ A major part of the 1.OA.1 standard is understanding the different w
K - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS
1.OA.A.1
, 1.OA.A.2
, MA.1.3.A
+1
Math Strategy Fluency Posters and Anchor Charts Addition and Subtraction
This set includes eight BLUE GREEN theme posters or mini-anchor charts to remind your young math students of the different strategies that can be used to solve addition and subtraction problems in your lower elementary math classroom. They include:I can write a number sentence.I can use a number line.I can draw a picture.I can use counters.I can use a ten frame.I can count on or count back.I can use mental math.I can use tally marks.NOW-- MORE COLOR THEMES including BoHo Rainbow!⭐ BOHO RAINBOW
PreK - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS
1.OA.A.1
, 1.OA.A.2
, 2.OA.A.1
+14
First Grade Christmas Math Activities | Counting On Holiday 1.OA.5
Are you using math centers and stations in the classroom, using distance learning, or hybrid learning this year? Now, Addition and Subtraction Strategies Mega Math Practice 1.OA.5 Holiday Edition is adaptable to whatever learning situation in which you find yourself. Now DIGITAL for use with Google Slides™. First-grade math students need daily number sense practice. These DIGITAL + PRINTABLE, easy-to-use first grade Mega Math Practice activities are the perfect way to practice the standard.
K - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS
1.OA.C.5
, MA.1.3.A
, MA.1.3.B
+2
Also included in: First Grade Algebraic Thinking Number Sense Math Activities OA Bundle
First Grade Math 1.OA.5 Digital Counting On and Counting Back Number Sense
Will you be teaching math centers and stations in the classroom, using distance learning, hybrid learning or homeschool learning this year? Now, Counting On and Counting Back Mega Math Practice 1.OA.5 is adaptable to whatever learning situation in which you find yourself. Now DIGITAL for use with Google Slides™. First-grade math students need daily number sense practice. These DIGITAL, easy-to-use first grade Mega Math Practice activities are the perfect way to practice the standard. They
1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS
1.OA.C.5
First Grade Math Activities | Shapes Attributes Worksheets 1.G.1
Mega Math Practice Shape Attributes practice makes teaching the first-grade geometry standards fun and engaging. These worksheets are also a great way to supplement your math routines, integrate valuable daily number sense practice and reinforce spatial relationships! The no-prep PRINT & GO worksheets and DIGITAL slides help your students master the important foundational math skill of spatial reasoning. ☝ The No Prep printable worksheets and ready-to-use digital activities give you lots of o
K - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS, TEKS
1.G.A.1
, MA.1.6.B
Also included in: Back to School Math Practice 1st Grade All Standards Activities
Word Problems | First Grade Problem Solving | Comparing Difference Unknown
Will you be having math centers and stations in the classroom, using distance learning, hybrid learning or be in the classroom this year? Now, Problem Solving Mega Math Practice 1.OA.1: Comparing, Difference Unknown is adaptable to whatever learning situation in which you find yourself. Now DIGITAL for use with Google Slides™. First-grade math students need daily number sense practice. These DIGITAL + PRINTABLE, easy-to-use first-grade Mega Math Practice activities are the perfect way to p
1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS, TEKS
1.OA.A.1
, MA.1.3.E
, MA.1.3.F
Also included in: First Grade Algebraic Thinking Number Sense Math Activities OA Bundle
Halloween Math Activities 1.OA.1 | 1st Grade Word Problem Solving Worksheets
Will you be teaching math centers and stations in the classroom, using distance learning, hybrid learning or homeschool learning this year? Now, Mega Math Practice Word Problems/story problems 1.OA.1-Halloween is adaptable to whatever learning situation in which you find yourself. Now DIGITAL for use with Google Slides™! First-grade math students need daily number sense practice. These DIGITAL + PRINTABLE, easy-to-use first grade Mega Math Practice activities are the perfect way to practi
1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS, TEKS
1.OA.A.1
, MA.1.1.G
, MA.1.3.B
Also included in: First Grade Algebraic Thinking Number Sense Math Activities OA Bundle
First Grade Word Problems | Math Problem Solving | Separate Difference Unknown
Will you be having math centers and stations in the classroom, using distance learning, hybrid learning or in the classroom this year? Now, Problem Solving Mega Math Practice 1.OA.1 is adaptable to whatever learning situation in which you find yourself. Now DIGITAL for use with Google Slides™. First-grade math students need daily number sense practice. These DIGITAL + PRINTABLE, easy-to-use first-grade Mega Math Practice activities are the perfect way to practice the standard. They are grea
1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS, TEKS
1.OA.A.1
, MA.1.3.A
, MA.1.3.B
Also included in: First Grade Algebraic Thinking Number Sense Math Activities OA Bundle
Math Strategy Posters Mini Anchor Charts Add and Subtract YELLOW
This set includes eight YELLOW theme posters or mini-anchor charts to remind your young math students of the different strategies that can be used to solve addition and subtraction problems in your lower elementary math classroom. They include:I can write a number sentence.I can use a number line.I can draw a picture.I can use counters.I can use a ten frame.I can count on or count back.I can use mental math.I can use tally marks.NOW-- MORE COLOR THEMES including BoHo Rainbow!⭐ BOHO RAINBOW Add
PreK - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
First Grade Word Problems Solving Combining Sum Unknown 1.OA.1
How do you teach problem-solving in your classroom? Problem Solving: 1.OA.1 gives your students a lot of practice with ALL ELEVEN types of addition and subtraction word problems. Mega Math Practice-Problem-Solving 1.OA.1 is adaptable to different styles of learning. Mega Math Practice is now DIGITAL for use with Google Slides™. First-grade math students need daily problem-solving practice. This unit contains: ✨ Combining-Sum Unknown✨ ✨✨✨ A major part of the 1.OA.1 standard is understand
1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
1.OA.A.1
Also included in: First Grade Algebraic Thinking Number Sense Math Activities OA Bundle
Math Strategy Fluency Posters and Anchor Charts Addition and Subtraction
This set includes eight RED theme posters or mini-anchor charts to remind your young math students of the different strategies that can be used to solve addition and subtraction problems in your lower elementary math classroom. They include:I can write a number sentence.I can use a number line.I can draw a picture.I can use counters.I can use a ten frame.I can count on or count back.I can use mental math.I can use tally marks.NOW-- MORE COLOR THEMES including BoHo Rainbow!⭐ BOHO RAINBOW Additi
PreK - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
Math Strategy Posters Mini Anchor Charts Add and Subtract PURPLE
This set includes eight PURPLE theme posters or mini-anchor charts to remind your young math students of the different strategies that can be used to solve addition and subtraction problems in your lower elementary math classroom. They include:I can write a number sentence.I can use a number line.I can draw a picture.I can use counters.I can use a ten frame.I can count on or count back.I can use mental math.I can use tally marks.NOW-- MORE COLOR THEMES including BoHo Rainbow!⭐ BOHO RAINBOW Add
PreK - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
Word Problems First Grade Problem Solving Combining Change Unknown 1.OA.1
Will you be having math centers and stations in the classroom, using distance learning, hybrid learning or in the classroom this year? Now, Problem Solving Mega Math Practice 1.OA.1 is adaptable to whatever learning situation in which you find yourself. Now DIGITAL for use with Google Slides™. First-grade math students need daily number sense practice. These DIGITAL + PRINTABLE, easy-to-use first-grade Mega Math Practice activities are the perfect way to practice the standard. They are grea
1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS, TEKS
1.OA.A.1
, MA.1.3.A
, MA.1.3.B
Also included in: First Grade Algebraic Thinking Number Sense Math Activities OA Bundle
1st Grade Math Word Problem Solving 1.OA.1 - Part Part Whole Whole Unknown
Looking to teach 1st grade math word problems in a variety of ways? This 1st Grade Math Word Problem Solving resource is aligned with CCSS 1.OA.1 and works for centers, stations, independent learning and distance learning. This resource is included in both print and digital formats to allow for the most flexibility in your math lessons. First-grade math students need daily number sense practice. These DIGITAL + PRINTABLE, easy-to-use first grade activities are the perfect way to practice the st
K - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
1.OA.A.1
Also included in: First Grade Algebraic Thinking Number Sense Math Activities OA Bundle
1st Grade Math Word Problem Solving 1.OA.1 - Part Part Whole Part Unknown
Looking to teach 1st grade math word problems in a variety of ways? This 1st Grade Math Word Problem Solving resource is aligned with CCSS 1.OA.1 and works for centers, stations, independent learning and distance learning. This resource is included in both print and digital formats to allow for the most flexibility in your math lessons. First-grade math students need daily number sense practice. These DIGITAL + PRINTABLE, easy-to-use first grade activities are the perfect way to practice the st
1st
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
1.OA.A.1
Also included in: First Grade Algebraic Thinking Number Sense Math Activities OA Bundle
BOHO RAINBOW Math Strategy Fluency Posters Math Anchor Charts Add and Subtract
This set includes eight BOHO RAINBOW theme posters or mini-anchor charts to remind your young math students of the different strategies that can be used to solve addition and subtraction problems in your lower elementary math classroom. ⭐ They include:➤ I can write a number sentence.➤ I can use a number line.➤ I can draw a picture.➤ I can use counters.➤ I can use a ten frame.➤ I can count on or count back.➤ I can use mental math.➤ I can use tally marks.Would you like more BOHO RAINBOW T
PreK - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS
1.OA.A.1
, 1.OA.A.2
, 2.OA.A.1
+14
Also included in: First Grade Math MEGA BUNDLE Frog Theme 12 Units Includes Digital!!
First Grade Math Activities | Measuring Length Worksheets 1.MD.2
Mega Math Practice Measuring Length practice makes teaching the first-grade measurement and data standards fun and engaging. These worksheets are also a great way to supplement your math routines, integrate valuable daily number sense practice and reinforce number relationships! The no-prep print-and-go First Grade Math Finding Length worksheets help your students master the important foundational math skills and spatial reasoning. ☝ The No Prep printable worksheets and ready-to-use digital ac
K - 2nd
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
1.MD.C.4
Also included in: Back to School Math Practice 1st Grade All Standards Activities
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About the store
Experience
I have a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction and have taught elementary and middle school students primarily in an ESL setting. My experience spans both public and charter school settings. I also have specialized in tutoring all testing grades (3-8) for our state math testing. I have also spent over twenty-five years of teaching and mentoring PK-12 students in a variety of non-classroom settings. My passion is guided small group-differentiated learning, incorporating the workshop model in all of my teachings. I also bring as much creativity and higher order thinking into everything that I do. I have also had a background in sales and marketing and participate in a variety of musical endeavors.
Teaching style
I have used the guided math/workshop model in my classroom for over ten years. My classroom is small group/differentiated in all areas. I also specialize in RTI tracking materials.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Honor: Mother to Katie
My own education history
MEd in Curriculum and Instruction-Math Emphasis; BA in Philosophy from St Olaf College; Texas Teaching Certificate.
Additional biographical information
Married with a fourteen-year-old daughter in eighth grade. Masters in Curriculum and Instruction with a Math specialty.
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