Middle School Math

How to Successfully Teach Algebra Expressions What is three-fifths of a number? If this is the first time your middle school students have seen this problem their next question is likely, “What is the number?” And before you begin to explain, another student groans, “Word problems!” No worries. Keep reading. Discover how to teach word […]

How to Use Number Lines with Inequality Math Statements Do your students struggle with math inequality statements and number lines? Are you looking for strategies that will help students understand the relationship between the two? Keep reading. In this post, learn how to use number lines for inequalities to help students discover solutions. #1 –

You are teaching students how to convert between fraction, decimal, and percent only to discover question marks etched in the faces of your students.  After responding to a few questions, it appears as if most of the questions are related to math concepts students have already been taught a year or so ago.   What are

Are you ready to introduce the Cartesian Plane? Are you looking for a way to pave a smooth foundation for other topics such as graphing points and writing equations? Keep reading and you will discover strategies for how to successfully Introduce the Cartesian Plane. Thoughts on Introducing the Cartesian Plane: Do You See What I

Fractions!  Decimals! Percent!  Now to convert between the three.  It may sound like a significant challenge.  And yes, there are so many different methods.  You can do this!  Keep reading to learn helpful strategies that will help you easily introduce how to convert between fractions, decimals, and percent. Contents: Prior to reading this blog, you

Introduction Are your students struggling with fraction operations which include mixed numbers in the operation? When you review their work do you notice steps get mixed up with other operations? You may have encountered multiplication problems where students have attempted to find the least common denominator. No problem. In this blog it is my passion

The school year has started. As you reflect on the year before, you plan to make this year the best year ever! Your goal: to successfully teach fraction operations! Your preparation begins with a new internet search. However, the more you look, the more overwhelmed you feel as you observe so many different methods! I’ve

Lists and provides examples of essential skills students need prior to learning fraction operations.