Category Archives: Math

Finding What Works in the Classroom 2.24.11

Posted on February 24, 2011 by

Temperature in Wasilla, late morning, 20°F, little wind Teachers want to know what works in the classroom to facilitate student learning and to achieve growth in their learning. The research-based document,What Works in Classroom Instruction by Robert Marzano, Barbara Gaddy, … Continue reading →

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Iditarod is Coming! Fill Your Sled Now!

Posted on January 1, 2011 by

(Keep on reading to find some ideas of activities for your students to do.) Mushers carry the following mandatory items in their sleds during the race. I bet you can make this list relevant to what students need to be … Continue reading →

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Iditarod Math for Elementary & Middle Grades

Posted on December 6, 2010 by

The Iditarod and its race statistics make math real-life situations for students, helping them understand how math is used in everyday life. Use these math problems for practice, homework, extra credit, review, or in middle school at the beginning of … Continue reading →

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