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This post is a round-up of 8 Fall Science Themes. The time frame is really loose because Fall is sometimes a state of mind. In Texas, I wonder if it…
Tunstall’s Teaching Tidbits focuses on all elementary subject areas with a passion for elementary math content and resources. On our elementary math blog, you can learn new ideas, sift through easy but practical tips, and expand your education knowledge.
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Illustrative Math
Discussions relating to illustrative math concepts and practices. Explore the latest math ideas that address standards and methodologies for math students in K-5. Find resources that help prepare students for problem-solving, communication, and reasoning.
Build critical thinking skills among students and help them achieve an excellent proficiency level. Ignite the inner mathematician in each of them through engaging ideas and techniques that help you share your passion for math and learning.
Elementary Math
Browse a repository of information focused on all kinds of elementary learning. Help your students explore the most fundamental ideas that build math literacy and help prepare them for further education and life beyond school.
Find simple tools that help you solve specific problems in the classroom alongside deep discussions in educational research and best practices.
Make it Another Way
Rather than using the term, show your work, we have adopted a terrific alternative which is to ask students to share their thinking. For some, sharing mathematical thinking comes easily,…
Not-Your-Average Teacher Self-Care
Self-care isn’t selfish. No, it is not, but it isn’t always the easiest to do when life (and teaching) just get in the way. We have all heard it, “Be sure…
S.O.S. Sub Days
It happens to all of us at some point. Whether it’s an appointment, caring for ourselves or others while sick, or a scheduled mental health day, we call for a…
Tub Time Task Cards
What is your go-to when students trickle into the classroom or finish tasks early? How about when it is yet another indoor recess day? The end of the week when…