Making connections between addition subtraction is so important. I love using fact families for this. Fact Family “Turn Around” Dance To introduce fact families, we do the turn around dance. Kids hold up a fact and we sing as they make a new fact that is true. It helps them see a great visual and […]
Subtract within 20
The step from subtracting within 10 to subtracting within 20 can be a big step for kids that relied on their fingers. As I was working with a group of third graders that were still struggling with basic subtraction, I realized that they really only needed help with between 11 and 20. I broke […]
Pirate Theme
I have an ocean themed classroom. I wanted my students to feel like they were taking a trip to the ocean when they walked in. Luckily, I was able to leave most of it up over the summer. Now, I’m ready to add to it. Last year, I discovered a YouTube video by Harry Kindergarten […]