The estimation jar is a huge draw at a Family Math Night event. In the following video I share tips on setting up your estimation table. If you are interested in using the estimation jar in your classroom, click here for a great video that focuses on using the estimation jar to develop number sense. .
Here’s a fun way I had participants sign in to our Nifty Numbers Family Math Night event. Here’s how I had the Scrabble letters set up: .
Here’s my latest collaborative project – the soccer ball. Click on the image to the left to get the lesson plan and check out other great STEAM projects. .
Parents are always looking for simple ways to help their child academically at home. So I created two new handouts for you to share with your parent community – one for preK-2 and the other for 2-5. Although I designed them to be passed out during a Family Math Night event, they work well at Back-to-School Night, as well. My focus while writing the handouts was on low-stress, high-value activities that parents can do with their kids at home to…
Here’s another way to get your families to your Family Math Night event: Reminder Stickers! I designed these for the primary grades but they can really be used for anyone. As the kiddos line up to go home, stick one of these on their shirt as they walk out the door. Or, have them put them on themselves – they love that! But first, you’ll need to fill in your specific information such as the date, place and time. Clicking…