ThinkBank

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Illinois, United States

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Margaret taught at the elementary level for 20 years (mostly 4/5/6) then over the next 20 years, established and coordinated district-wide gifted services in math and language arts for a diversified suburban school district (K-8).

Addison and the Advent Calendar~Christmas Math - Problem Solving

Pumpkin Problem Solving Grades 5-8 Triangular Numbers

Create A Design Using Circles and Polygons

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Create A Design Using Circles and Polygons

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Students are asked to create a design given certain parameters. They are asked to work with fractions, convert units of measure within a system, and they will need to think critically in order to complete the tasks. Mathematical terminology will be practiced (excellent for English Language Learners working in small heterogeneous groups) as well as use of measurement and math tools (compass, ruler.) Students will work with formulas for circumference, area of a circle and area of a triangle. Might

5th - 7th

Decimals, Fractions, Geometry

CCSS

6.G.A.1

, 7.G.A.2

, 7.G.B.4

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Teaching style

Margaret's teaching style emphasizes student engagement, thinking, problem solving, teamwork, writing, discussion and presentation.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Margaret was honored by the Illinois State Board of Education with a "Those Who Excel Award of Merit."

My own education history

Margaret earned her BS in Education from Northern Illinois University; an MA in instruction and curriculum from National-Louis University; and a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Administration and Supervision from National-Louis University.

Additional biographical information

Margaret is the mother of 3 very talented middle school teachers! Retired; educational consultant for a Regional Office of Education; runs a small antique business.