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How To Track Behaviors That You Want To Change In Children with ADHD And Sensory Integration Disorder
It is important when you try to correct a behavior with a student that you know the function of their behavior so you can track when these behaviors become more problematic within a day or a week. FIRST Select the behavior you want to track such as a student who is...
3 Act Mathematical Storytelling
"Life is a story which we all live, and in order to lead our students to true real-world connections, it makes sense that through narrative, through story, we will enrich the lives and academic pursuits of our students" Timon Piccini This framework can help you focus...
Quality vs. Quantity Math Games
In education, there is so much content and curriculum thrown at teachers to sort through. Hundreds of hours are spent prepping, copying, and laminating game boards and pieces for math....admit it, we've all been there! Although some games might be really cute, they...
Pattern Barrier Game
I love this game to help build math vocabulary and rich descriptive language! Materials: Barrier Game grid for each player Pattern blocks Divider for each partnership Directions: 1. Work with a partner. Sit side by side with a divider standing between you. 2. Player...
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A Great Resource for Classroom Discussions in Math
I want to share this new book I just got and LOVE! The book looks at the significant role that classroom discussions can play in teaching mathematics and deepening students' mathematical understanding and learning. Classroom Discussions in Math: A teacher's guide for...
“The Queen’s Bed” Literature and Math Activity
Looking for a fun measuring activity? Try The Queen's Bed! Click here for the full lesson from AIMS Lesson Focus The story How Big Is a Foot? will be used as a context in which students will construct a bed for the queen using their feet to measure the length and...
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