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I am currently a graduate student in the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program at Tufts University, honing my craft in Somerville, MA public schools.
My focus is on Middle School Mathematics (Grades 5-8). Working in diverse classrooms has taught me that students engage best when math is relevant to their digital lives. I specialize in designing curriculum that bridges the gap between standard math skills and exciting real-world applications.
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Crack the Code: Common Factors Full Lesson Bundle (Slides + Activity)
Product Overview: Engage your 6th-grade students with this exciting Spy & Cryptography themed bundle! This resource is designed to master Common Factors while immersing students in the world of encryption. Perfect for introducing the topic or reviewing key concepts in a fun, real-world context. This Bundle Includes (2 Resources):1. Common Factors & Cryptography Lesson Slides ($4.50 Value)A complete slide deck with an engaging encryption theme.Covers the definitions and methods for finding comm
5th - 7th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS
6.NS.B.4
, MA.6.1.A
, MA.6.1.B
+5
Math 6 | Common Factors & Cryptography Lesson Slides | Encryption Theme
"When will I ever use this?" Answer that question with this engaging lesson connecting Common Factors to Cryptography (Codes). Take your students beyond basic lists. This lesson uses a "Secret Agent" theme to show how factors function as "keys" to unlock encrypted messages. It bridges the gap between abstract math and real-world computer science concepts in a way that is approachable for Middle Schoolers. WHAT'S INSIDE:The "Hook": Introduction to encryption and why we need factors to break co
5th - 7th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS
6.NS.B.4
, MA.6.1.A
, MA.6.1.B
+6
Also included in: Crack the Code: Common Factors Full Lesson Bundle (Slides + Activity)
Crack the Code: Common Factors Encryption Worksheet | Differentiated Puzzle
Can your students break the code? In this engaging activity, students become "Code Breakers." They must find the Common Factors of specific number pairs to unlock a cipher and reveal a hidden secret message (a fun joke/riddle). BUILT-IN DIFFERENTIATION: We know every classroom has mixed abilities. This resource includes two versionsof the same puzzle: Level A (Scaffolded): Includes "Hint" columns (e.g., tells students how many factors to look for) to support struggling learners.Level B (Challe
5th - 7th
Applied Math, Arithmetic, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS
6.NS.B.4
, MA.6.1.A
, MA.6.1.B
+6
Also included in: Crack the Code: Common Factors Full Lesson Bundle (Slides + Activity)
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About the store
Experience
I am currently a graduate student in the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program at Tufts University, honing my craft in Somerville, MA public schools.
My focus is on Middle School Mathematics (Grades 5-8). Working in diverse classrooms has taught me that students engage best when math is relevant to their digital lives. I specialize in designing curriculum that bridges the gap between standard math skills and exciting real-world applications.
Teaching style
My teaching philosophy is built on three pillars: Real-World Connection, Visualization, and Interaction.
Math is Everywhere: I strive to answer the question "When will I ever use this?" immediately. Instead of dry drills, my students learn math by becoming "Code Breakers"/"Detectives"/"Wizards and Witches"/... and understanding how math is actually is.
Active Learning: I believe math shouldn't be a spectator sport. My lessons often include movements, hands-on experience and use gamification to build fluency without the boredom.
Differentiation: Every resource I create is designed with multiple entry points—offering scaffolded "Hint" versions for those who need support and open-ended challenges for those ready to fly.
Awards & shining teacher moments
My biggest "shining moment" is seeing the lightbulb go on when a student realizes that math is actually a superpower.
There is nothing better than watching a student—who usually says "I'm bad at math"—confidently crack a complex cipher. Seeing them engaged, arguing about strategies, and celebrating their "Aha!" moments is why I became a teacher.
My own education history
2025 - now: Tufts University, Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT), Secondary Mathematics (Candidate)
2020 - 2025: Hanoi National University of Education, BA in Teaching Mathematics
Additional biographical information
When I'm not teaching or designing curriculum, you can find me solving logic puzzles, building LEGOs, or exploring new ways to integrate technology into the classroom.
I started my store with a simple goal: To help other teachers save time and make math the most exciting class of the day. If you have any questions about my resources or how to use them, please feel free to reach out via the Q&A section!
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