Learn how to teach 2-digit addition with regrouping using base ten blocks with a step-by-step example, video, and tips for connecting the model to the standard algorithm.
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Literacy, Test Prep Samantha March 23, 2026 Best ELA Test Prep Game for 3rd & 4th Grade (2026 Step-by-Step Guide) How to Play This ELA test prep Review Game in Your Classroom Say goodbye to boring worksheets. This fun, standards-aligned ELA test prep game brings teamwork, text evidence, and excitement back to review. Spring testing
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Math, Test Prep Samantha April 25, 2025 The Math Test Prep Game That Turns Review Into Something Students Love Tips for Using Math Test Prep Games in Your 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Classroom A behind-the-scenes look at how I use Jeopardy-style math test prep games to build confidence, teach through mistakes, and make review
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Seasonal Samantha February 6, 2025 Valentine’s Day Math Games for Upper Elementary – Fun & Easy February Activities! Easy Valentine’s Day Math Centers to Keep Learning Festive and Fun Valentine’s Day is an exciting time in the classroom, but keeping students focused? That’s another story. If you’re looking for fun, low-prep math activities to keep
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Literacy Samantha December 10, 2024 Teaching Genre to Elementary Students 5 Simple Strategies For getting started Ready to level up your teaching game? Let’s explore five straightforward strategies for teaching genre to elementary students and seamlessly incorporating genre instruction into your lessons. These practical tips will ignite your students’ enthusiasm for reading and understanding the
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Classroom Management Samantha December 9, 2024 5 Class-Wide Reward System Mistakes You Didn’t Know you’re making Avoid these common class-wide reward system mistakes to create an incentive system that truly motivates and inspires your students. Are you struggling to manage an unruly class this school year? Are the classroom management strategies that worked in previous
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Classroom Management Samantha December 9, 2024 5 Steps to Implement a Class-Wide Reward System That Motivates and Inspires Your Students Simplify classroom management with an effective class-wide reward system that builds teamwork, reinforces positive behavior, and transforms your classroom. Do you feel like classroom management is draining your energy and stealing the joy from teaching?