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How to Get Started with Kindergarten Math Centers for a Successful Year

How to Get Started with Kindergarten Math Centers for a Successful Year

by Creation Castle | Classroom, Math, New Teacher

If you look at kindergarten math centers through a student’s eyes, you’ll see fun activities that are a nice break from learning. BUT we really know that these hands-on, engaging activities are where some of your students will learn the most. Quick LinksStart with a...
Power Up Your Classroom Transitions Now: 3 Compelling Reasons to Use Math Journals

Power Up Your Classroom Transitions Now: 3 Compelling Reasons to Use Math Journals

by Creation Castle | Math, New Teacher

Do you know how much instruction time you lose during the day? Do you know where that time is being eaten up? Likely you are losing about five minutes every time you transition – unless you are using that time wisely. When I noticed this problem in my classroom,...
5 Quick Tips for Setting Up Your Math Block

5 Quick Tips for Setting Up Your Math Block

by Creation Castle | Math, New Teacher

Math can be a challenging subject for many students, and as a teacher, it can be challenging to plan and implement a successful math block. However, with careful planning and preparation, you can create a positive and productive math block that engages your students...
Easily Increase Student Confidence with Daily Spiral Review

Easily Increase Student Confidence with Daily Spiral Review

by Creation Castle | Math, New Teacher

Daily spiral review is a highly effective method of reinforcing previously learned skills in students. When students practice skills repeatedly, they build automaticity and confidence in their abilities. Spiral review can be implemented in many ways, but one of the...
Why I Regret Using Interactive Math Notebooks in Kindergarten

Why I Regret Using Interactive Math Notebooks in Kindergarten

by Creation Castle | Math

You may have tried math journals or interactive math notebooks in the past or you may even be using them now… but you’re finding they are just not sustainable with everything else you must get done during the day. The solution is easy – pre-made math journals. No more...

10 More Math Concepts You Can Teach with Pattern Blocks

by Resource Ranch | Math, Technology

Pattern blocks can be found in most elementary classrooms today, but they have been around for a long time. They were developed by Edward Prenowitz, in 1963, at the Education Development Center. The set of six colored geometric shapes was designed as a fun learning...
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