Building Strong Number Sense with Hands-On Math Activities Helping young learners develop strong number sense is one of the best ways to set them up for success in math. One simple and engaging way to do this is through hands-on activities that let students explore and interact with numbers in meaningful ways. Why Composing and … Read more
Since beginning my journey at Hobsonville Point Secondary School, I have come a long way in my personal journey with te reo Māori, mātauranga Māori, and Tikanga. I was recently asked about how I have incorporated culturally sustaining pedagogy in my leadership. After some more reflection, I identified a key overarching idea in the way … Read more
As 2024 comes to a close, it gives me a little time to relfect on some of the writing that I have been reading this year that has helped to frame my thinking through the world of education and leadership this year. I usually dip in and out of a broad range of educational books … Read more
Do you have a vocabulary routine in your classroom? How intentional are you about helping your students build their vocabulary? Imagine if all students possessed a rich and robust vocabulary to help them comprehend text, enhance their writing, and serve them as a communication tool throughout the rest of their lives! But this can be … Read more
How often have you experienced that afternoon energy crash in the classroom? Because we know from experience that, sometimes, a lack of protein can be all it takes to bump up the fatigue. But when getting enough protein throughout the day becomes a bit of a struggle, the right supplement can help fill in the … Read more
It’s full-fledged summer where I live. That means sweltering weather, all the sunlight, and fireflies at dusk. Fireflies! It’s also a time of year where I can let my body and mind discover and explore new patterns. This week, I invite you to do the same. Earlier this summer, Stacey Shubitz shared an article with … Read more
Here is an example of what you can do in your K-3 classroom this Holiday season! I have to be honest, this is one of the things I miss most about teaching 1st grade. I do have a plan to make a Holidays Around the World for upper-grades this year, but it won’t be ready … Read more
The start of the school year is when many of us are excited to try new and different things. If you’re looking for something new to try this year, take a look at my Around the World With Google Earth activity. It’s loosely based on The Amazing Race and it’s a fun way to introduce … Read more
Welcome to my 189th gems post. This is where I share some of the latest news, ideas and resources for maths teachers. As exam season is fast approaching, there’s a revision theme in today’s post!1. MathsPad This includes Foundation Tier worksheets on fractions, ratio, angles, indices and so on. They have also shared a couple of … Read more
Explore the colorful world of Romero Britto’s art. Britto’s art is like a burst of happiness on canvas- perfect for introducing to kids of all ages! Romero Britto for kids…. Romero Britto is a Brazilian artist who got his beginnings as a street artist. His paintings are so vibrant and exude happiness and an energy … Read more