Math Journals

Thinking about next year already? This is a math journal that I used this last trimester of school with my 3rd graders. It was very handy! You can buy it in my TPT store, and print it right out to use it. The story problem writing is for 2 digit numbers, which your kids may not be ready for yet. However, you can print out all 20 pages and put them in an order that works for you! (There are only 3 original pages, copied several times to make a math journal...FYI). We are so close to summer, that it seems strange to be putting this on now. But, I know how teacher love to plan ahead!!

Multiplication Cover All (Freebie)

This is a game I saw on another blog as I was blog surfing.  However, I don't remember which blog it was on and couldn't find it again! So, I made my own.  It's a freebie, so enjoy! Click on the picture to download.

Exploring Double Digit Multiplication

Double digit multiplication is tough!  Teaching it to young minds who have barely conquered basic multiplication facts can be a daunting task, but this unit can help.  My students enjoy it because it breaks the problems down and some students even learn how to multiply larger numbers mentally! 

This is only for 2 digit by 1 digit multiplication...we all know it gets harder once you add more digits!  My third graders totally get this and it prepares them for larger numbers in 4th grade. 

You can buy this 9 page packet at my TPT store here. Especially today, because there is a 20% off coupon using code TAD11. 

Pirate Probability 2

The kids in my class have loved the pirate probability unit. We worked on it during math time today and yesterday.  We decided to have the students read the "likely", "unlikely" statements one at a time like pirates.  Then the class would call out the answer and if we agreed we would "rrrrrr" like a pirate.  I was laughing so hard that I was crying!  It definitely made my day! 

Pirate Probability

Arrgh! Teaching probability to your class just became more fun! This packet includes 12 pages of probability activities like: X marks the spot dice game, Argh game (like Pig), Capture the Pirates instructions and game board, likely and unlikely statements and more. My students absolutely love these activities!  You can purchase it at my TPT store!

Probability Spinners

You can download my nine probability spinners here.  I use them for probability games and activities.  I use them to show "fair" and "unfair".  We use a paper clip and pencil as the spinner. 

I love teaching probability.  I find a lot of my resources at Mathwire.com . 

Alien Fractions

Aliens and fractions are two things kids love! This packet includes a fraction kit to make, two game ideas, a quiz, comparing aliens using fraction statements and a fun alien fraction hunt. It is 10 pages long and oh so fun. Download it at my TPT store!


Here are some pictures of the students' aliens: