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Ideas for Teaching Exponent Rules

FacebookTwitterPinterestExponent rules (Laws of Exponents) can be a difficult topic to teach!  I’ve found that in order for students to understand the rules and how to apply them, you have to present the material in a very organized fashion, separating by rule and building upon previously learned rules.  I’ve typically

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In a Pinch? Try Ready-Made Maze Templates

FacebookTwitterPinterestNeed an activity for a certain topic but can’t find exactly what you need?  Templates provide a way to easily whip up an activity for your students that is both engaging and completely customized to exactly what they are learning.  I get many requests for activities in  my store, but

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Connecting with Purpose

FacebookTwitterPinterest  During our Emanant Wellness, workshop Start on Purpose, we encourage attendees to “explore purpose.” It struck me that most of the exploration is hindsight. We are chiefly uncovering clues (or “data,” as I dorkily like to say), from out past, and then adding context and insight to see where “how

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Pi Day Fun!

FacebookTwitterPinterestDo you celebrate Pi Day with your students?  I think taking a break from routine and celebrating this special number is a great way for kids to have fun and and celebrate math all at the same time.  If you’re looking for something new to try, check out the activities