Conceptual Learning, Middle School Mathematics, Pedagogy, Problem Solving

Reimagining Middle School Math: Inside Our Digital MS Math Conference – June 9, 2026

Reimagining Middle School Math: Inside Our Digital Math Conference – June 9, 2026 What does powerful math instruction look like in today’s classrooms? On June 9, 2026, educators from across the country will come together for our 2026 Digital Middle School Math SUMmit to explore that very question. Through four engaging session blocks—each offering choice… Continue reading Reimagining Middle School Math: Inside Our Digital MS Math Conference – June 9, 2026

Addition, Conceptual Learning, Concrete Pictorial Abstract, Decimals, Division, Elementary Math, Fluency, Fractions, Manipulatives, Math Games, Math Literature, Math Picture Books, Math Talk, Mathematical Environments, Multiplication, Number Sense, Pedagogy, Place Value, Problem Solving, Subtraction, Vocabulary

Digital Number Sense SUMmit — Year 5!

Time for YEAR 5! This year the Digital Number Sense SUMmit is being offered for 3 days! We listened to your feedback and designed a conference we are sure you will LOVE! Key Highlights: Attend LIVE sessions AND/OR watch recordings at your convenience–perfect for those who are still in school, on vacation, or have other… Continue reading Digital Number Sense SUMmit — Year 5!

Elementary Math, Math Literature, Math Picture Books, Math Talk, Mathematical Environments, Number Sense, Problem Solving, Uncategorized, Vocabulary

Math Picture Books

Over the course of my career as a classroom teacher and throughout my journey as a mother, I have developed a LOVE of picture books. I love reading books to students, picture books and chapter books. What's even better is when I would read books during our math time. Some of my favorites are below:… Continue reading Math Picture Books

Addition, Decimals, Division, Elementary Math, Fluency, Fractions, Math Games, Math Talk, Multiplication, Number Sense, Pedagogy, Place Value, Problem Solving, Subtraction, Vocabulary

Digital Number Sense SUMmit 2023

It's that time of year again! My friend Kristin, of Hilty Consulting, and I are hosting the 4th Annual Digital Number Sense Summit June 13-14. Every year this is one of our favorite things to do, put together a conference to fit the needs of what we are seeing in classrooms and what teachers are… Continue reading Digital Number Sense SUMmit 2023

Addition, Division, Elementary Math, Holiday Math, Math Talk, Multiplication, Number Sense, Place Value, Problem Solving, Subtraction

Math Picture Puzzles

How is math learning showcased in your building? Does each teacher put up their own displays? Do you have building-wide displays for visitors to view? I love walking into buildings where you can see the learning taking place before you ever enter the classroom. Throughout my career I worked hard to improve what I put… Continue reading Math Picture Puzzles

Addition, Elementary Math, Holiday Math, Math Talk, Number Sense, Problem Solving

Puzzling Tree

Throughout my career I enjoyed doing activities and projects with my students that got them thinking and problem solving. I knew they were learning when there was progressive struggle. The students enjoyed this activity by the end of our time allotted for it, but there were moments of frustrations for sure. In many of my… Continue reading Puzzling Tree