Division and fractions are not two distinct concepts even if your curriculum separates them into different modules or units. I recommend moving from equal group problems with whole number solutions to fractional amounts less than a whole within the same context/problem. #iteachmath #mathsky #edusky

This or that? There is a push for students to use algorithms because they are "more efficient" and the standards say so. I argue that it's more important to understand different strategies and flexibly choose which one to use based on the context and the numbers. #iteachmath #mathsky #edusky

deserve the right to joyful, challenging math and also deserve the right to come at mathematical ideas through their own strategies #ElemMathChat

A7: Sometimes students with disabilities really exist on the margins of math class, pulled out and given cold, clinical worksheets to help "fill gaps" instead of being allowed to do rich meaningful tasks. Viewing math as a human right would mean understanding that students with disabilities ALSO

In Counting Collections, it's important to allow mathematicians to take the lead. (Even if their strategy seems "inefficient" to you.) This group started with groups of 4 but struggled to count by 4s. I asked, "How can do to make this collection easier to count?" #iteachmath #mathsky #edusky

Launching counting collections in a 3rd grade classroom, we started with choral counting by 10s. Then, students worked with partners to organize and count a collection. Snap photos and use them as image talks with your mathematicians. #iteachmath #mathsky #edusky

Simple modifications to the Eureka curriculum makes it more engaging and accessible for all learners. Consider launching with an image to preview vocabulary and offering number set choices to provide scaffolds and extensions within the same problem. #iteachmath #mathsky #edusky #iteach

The Mathematics Framework is as incredible as it is lengthy. I had the opportunity to lead professional development for this fabulous group of middle school teachers and we dug into Chapters 1 and 7 of the mathematics framework. #iteach #mathsky #edusky #backtoschool

Summer inspired image talks to story problems consolidated into a Google Slides Presentation. Enjoy! bit.ly/themathcollectivebts #iteach #iteachmath #mathsky #backtoschool

What do you notice? What do you wonder? In what context is this true? I was waiting in line and a young man behind me was wearing this t-shirt. My brain got to mathing as I tried to figure this one out. After solving it I was reminded that context really matters. #iteach #mathsky #edusky

Exploring ways to integrate math warm-up routines into middle and high school classes. How many ways can you make...? #iteachmath #iteach #mathsky #edusky

This will be a wonderful opportunity for teachers of young children to attend a math conference specifically for their unique needs. #iTeachMath

This post doesn’t need fancy fonts or pretty designs. I'm preparing a book study on the math framework and revisiting Chapter 3: Number Sense. What part of this quote, from Chapter 3 of the Mathematics Framework, resonates with you the most? #iteachmath #mathsky #edusky

I'm presenting at CMC South this November. Will I see you there? @cmcmath.bsky.social #iteachmath #edusky #mathsky

I love connecting read alouds to high-impact math activities. These Are My Rocks by @bethanwoollvin.bsky.social explores what makes a collection. It ends with a call to action, start your own collection. What a beautiful way to launch counting collections! #iteach #mathsky #edusky

Not all sub plans are created equally. Are you a substitute teacher looking for high-quality tasks that can be implemented in any elementary classroom? (Link in bio.) #iteach #substituteteacher #mathsky #edusky

Consider image talks inspired by summer destinations. This photo was taken in the shop exiting the Astro Blasters ride at Disneyland. How can we invite students to share photos from their summer vacations to inspire problem solving contexts? #iteach #iteachmath #mathsky #edusky

These math practice standards written in kid-friendly language are front & center in our classroom. Would you like a printable version of these standards? Message me for a link. #iteachmath #mathsky #edusky #iteach

This question and the data is yielded is really important for us to see. 99 fourth and fifth graders responded to this group's survey. -What do you notice? -What do you wonder? -How can these representations lead to change in how and what we are teaching? #iteachmath #edusky #mathsky #iteach

Fifth graders considered a variety of ways to represent there data. Take a look at this representation and consider: What do you notice? What do you wonder? #iteachmath #edusky #mathsky #iteach

Collecting some different visual representations of data for a fifth grade class. What other representations should I add? #iteachmath #iteach #mathsky #edusky

Best way to spend a Saturday morning! We collaborated with UCLA Math Project on a Family Workshop series and it was amazing! Also a great excuse to hang out with some of my favorite educators including @joannahayman.bsky.social and @berkeleyeverett.bsky.social, Leah, Kumi and Stef! #iteach #edusky

When playing make ten, sometimes the cards require some sophisticated, multi-step moves. Use addition and subtraction to make 10. How would you make 10? #iteachmath #edusky #mathsky

Sometimes the problems in our curricula are too easy for our students. Consider posing open-ended extension questions that engage them in problem-solving using the same context. This keeps everyone immersed in the math and creates space for conferring with learners. #iteachmath #mathsky #edusky

This year I made up my own title! The CGI Regional Conference had a friendship bracelent making station. What a lovely idea. #iteachmath #edusky #mathsky

Thank you UCLA Math Project for hosting this amazing CGI Regional Conference! I had the opportunity to attend presentations by JoAnn Isken and Brandon McMillan! What an incredible experience. #mathsky #edusky #iteachmath

We are so excited to welcome you today to our UCLA CGI 2025 Regional Conference! Lots of amazing sessions and lots of fun CGI Community activities planned! Plus Dr. Megan Franke as keynote and tacos for dinner. See you soon!

Thank you, UCLA Math Project for hosting the 2025 Regional CGI (cognitively guided instruction) Conference in El Segundo, CA

Counting Collections are a great way to informally assess student understanding of cardinality, one to one correspondence and number sequence. What do these kindergarteners know? What questions would you ask them? #iteachmath #edusky #mathsky

Do you use number strings in your classroom? I created this number string to invite 3rd graders to revisit addition, hoping to bring out relational thinking as students solved these problems using mental math strategies. #iteachmath #edusky #mathsky

Check out this image talk that sets mathematicians up to figure out how many dice in 5 containers if each one has 72 using what they know. #iteach #iteachmath #edusky #mathsky

This was my first time presenting at NCTM and it was amazing! I got to share ways to promote equity and inclusion as a part of intentional assessment practices. Thank you @nctm.org for the opportunity! #nctmvc25 #edusky #iteachmath

I’m presenting at the @nctm.org Virtual Conference tomorrow. My presentation More Than a Score will feature ways to make assessments more engaging and equitable. This strategy didn’t make it into my presentation, but it's a fantastic way to start an assessment. #iteachmath #elementaryteacher #edusky

How do you support students who experience frustration in math? How do we create spaces for them to practice persevering and pivoting to a different strategy when they get stuck? #iteach #iteachmath #edusky #mathsky

I’m so excited to be presenting at NCTM’s virtual conference next week. Will you be there? #nctmvc25 #edusky #nctm #iteachmath

How many pieces of chalk? How do you know? The box can hold 3 layers of these boxes. How many boxes can it hold? How many pieces of chalk would that be? Share your strategies! #iteach #edusky #mathsky #teachmath

I have donuts on the brain. 🍩 #wouldyourather #mathsky #iteachmath

I’m presenting, too! Cognitive Coaching: Creating Space for Teachers’ Thinking. Registration is open!

Join me and some of the most incredible CGI-aligned educators at the CGI 2025 Regional Conference this May! #cgimath #iteachmath #edusky #mathsky

Finding the mistake(s) in someone else’s work requires mathematicians to understand a variety of strategies. Asking them to explain their thinking using numbers and words requires modeling and practice. What opportunities do you create for mathematicians to engage in this work? #iteachmath #edusky

Today's Choral Count, count by 1/3 was inspired by @suzannehuerta.bsky.social, who models her fraction choral counts with representations. I asked these 5th graders, how could I represent _? This helped us explore common misconceptions and surfaced math vocabulary. #iteachmath #mathsky #MTBoS

Baking is a fantastic context for immersing mathematicians of all ages in fractions. How much of ingredient would be needed to make multiple batches? How many loaves could I make with ___ cups of/teaspoons of ____ (ingredient)? #iteachmath #iteach #edusky #MathSky

Last week I listened in as a group of 3rd graders counted their collection by 5s. At around 115 they began to struggle. Today I led a choral count (count by 5s starting at 105) to see what patterns they noticed. #iteach #iteachmath #edusky #mtbos

Bridging the connection between school and home when it comes to math learning is the best! #countingcollections #iteachmath #Edusky

I'm so excited to be presenting at the CGI Regional Conference in May! Join me as we explore integrating play into learning in upper elementary grades. #iteachmath #edusky

I created this image talk to explore the idea that in our work with fractions a whole isn't always equal to 1. If you try it, I'd love to hear how it goes! #edusky #iteachmath #iteach #MTBoS #mathsky

When a student tells you your floor looks like salami.. you can never unsee it. #teacherproblems #classroom #iteachmath #kidhumor

How much is it costing for 47 to attend the Super Bowl? How does that factor into cutting federal spending? Math is everywhere. #iteachmath #edusky #iteach

When fractions are explored given a familiar, relevant context, mathematicians make connections & build understanding. I led 4th graders in this number string, authored by Imm (@karalouiseimm.bsky.social), Fosnot and Uittenbogaard, to push their thinking/understanding of fractions. #edusky #iteach

Math... "It's sooo sigma!" #iteach #iteachmath #edusky