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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

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Fun activities for SLOPE!

FacebookTwitterPinterestSlope it taught in just about every course from seventh grade on up.  It’s a fundamental concept that is linked to so many other topics, so it’s essential for students to have a solid understanding of slope.  If you are looking for some new ideas, here are five of my

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Factoring Polynomials Brochure Project

FacebookTwitterPinterestLooking for an activity idea for factoring polynomials?  These “Factoring Brochures” are simple, yet one of my favorite projects. This project is described in my Algebra 1 Polynomials and Factoring Unit.  Many people have asked for samples and I was excited to find some during a recent clean-out! All students