Understanding multiplication isn’t just about memorizing isolated facts; it’s about seeing relationships that unlock unknown products. By tapping into facts students have already mastered, we can help them tackle more challenging problems with confidence. This blog post outlines why and how to teach this strategy effectively. 1. Why Build on Known Facts? Cognitive efficiency: Relying […] The post Multiplication Strategies: Leveraging Known Facts for New Problems appeared first on Teache...| Teacher Thrive
Guided note-taking is an instructional strategy where educators provide students with a structured framework or outline to follow while taking notes during a lesson or lecture. The goal is to guide students in capturing key concepts, important information, and relevant details in an organized and systematic manner. The structure of guided notes helps students focus […] The post Guided Note-Taking appeared first on Teacher Thrive.| Teacher Thrive
One of the most important elements of teaching is providing students with plenty of opportunities to actively engage in learning with their peers. This blog post covers my favorite cooperative learning strategies that I have used in my classroom. These activities can be used across all subjects and several grade levels (3-6+). Bonus: I created […] The post Cooperative Learning Strategies appeared first on Teacher Thrive.| Teacher Thrive
Teaching nonfiction text structures is crucial for developing students’ reading comprehension and analytical skills. Understanding the various organizational patterns in nonfiction texts empowers students to navigate information more effectively and critically evaluate content. As an educator, you play a pivotal role in equipping your students with the tools to comprehend and engage with nonfiction texts. […] The post Tips for Teaching Nonfiction Text Structures appeared first on Teacher ...| Teacher Thrive
What is non-routine problem-solving? Also referred to as creative problem-solving, non-routine problem-solving requires some degree of creativity or originality. Non-routine problems typically do not have an immediately apparent strategy for solving them. Oftentimes, these problems can be solved in multiple ways and with a variety of strategies. Just like computational exercises (e.g long division), non-routine problem-solving must […] The post Problem Solving in Math appeared first...| Teacher Thrive
Nonfiction text structures refer to how authors organize and present information in their writing. Understanding these structures can help students develop critical thinking skills, improve reading comprehension, and become better writers. This blog post will discuss the five types of nonfiction text structures. Cause and Effect: Cause and effect is a text structure that shows […] The post Nonfiction Text Structures appeared first on Teacher Thrive.| Teacher Thrive
Teaching your students to take notes can be a daunting task. However, teaching students to take Sketch Notes is not only a more natural process for students, but it is also an activity with instant engagement. Children love to doodle, and unlike many adults, they don’t let artistic ability (or lack of) hold them back. […] The post Sketch Notes appeared first on Teacher Thrive.| Teacher Thrive
When students (especially English Language Learners) move beyond the simple verb tenses, confusion can begin to set in. Using timelines helps students visualize and conceptualized the appropriate context for each verb aspect. The following anchor charts are perfect for illustrating each verb tense. Simple Verb Tenses This verb tense is used to express a completed […] The post Verb Tenses and Timelines appeared first on Teacher Thrive.| Teacher Thrive
As teachers, one of our most important goals is to teach our students to think critically. This life-long skill really transcends all programs, standards, and curriculums. If we can teach students to think critically, success will follow. It sounds so simple, yet we know it can be a daunting task. One of the most effective ways I have found […] The post Free Depth and Complexity Bookmarks appeared first on Teacher Thrive.| Teacher Thrive
When teaching nonfiction text structures, it can be really helpful to spend some time focusing on the key words and phrases that are specific to each text structure. Our students love to find patterns and rules in life, and they quickly notice when specific words or phrases particularly lend themselves to descriptive, order & sequence, […] The post Nonfiction Text Structures Key Words and Phrases appeared first on Teacher Thrive.| Teacher Thrive