Teaching Kindergartners Subtraction

If you're looking for some tips on how to enhance your math lesson to kindergartners read THIS ARTICLE for information on how to bring subtraction to life.
I've written about some fun things such as singing sons, using pizza or pie, using flashcards, doing the opposite and more.

Who's On First- Calculating Bases

When I saw the title "How to Calculate the Area of a Base" I couldn't help but think of the classic Abbot & Costello bit "Who's On First".  While my article on calculating bases of different shapes isn't quite as funny- it's completely informational, actually- I just wanted to make sure to pass along this clip and bring a smile to your face.... what a way to start the new year!

How to Teach Measurements

Forms of measurement are everywhere- in cooking, the weather and crafts. Present your students with real-life examples of how we use measurement everyday, in fact- it's one of the most applicable mathematics concepts that we use on a daily basis.

Check out my article on IDEAS FOR TEACHING MEASUREMENT -- including ideas for length, volume, time and temperature -- that are sure to help you in the math classroom.

Spiderman Bulletin Board Ideas

Excite students about everyday subjects such as English, Math and Science by integrating Spiderman into the classroom and bulletin board ideas. Look for Spiderman visuals at traditional big-box stores, craft and party supply stores. And don't underestimate the power of a good coloring book too when looking for inspiration. Look for Spiderman themed party supplies HERE   HERE   or HERE.

What are Interactive Clock Games?

Teach children about the concept of clocks and telling-time with interactive clock games done both in and out of the classroom . With these activities students will learn with computers, and interactive games. This article will provide you with examples of online games and games that help kids get out the "wiggles."

Consider purchasing a set of Judy Clocks for your classroom so that each student can move the hands around on the clocks and learn for themselves how clocks work.

Enrichment Activities for 4th Grade Math

Enrich the arithmetic classroom with activities that reinforce what students have learned about fractions, counting money, and graphs. Integrate things such as sports and food that will make the concepts relevant to the students, and keep them interested.

Follow the link below to eHow.com for our Egghead's article on enrichment activities for fourth grade arithmetic.

Grade 4 Math Enrichment Activities

Measurement Math Activities

Ever wondered why we use rulers? Why not use paces, or arm spans?

Teach students about measurement by conducting a few simple activities on linear measurement, non-linear measurement, time, and estimation. Follow THIS LINK for some cool math activities on measurement.

How to Estimate Distances

What do you do when you need to know a measurement of something, but a ruler or tape measure is not available? How about estimate distances using your own body!

Follow the link below to learn about the ratios of the human body, and how one portion of your body is typically proportional to other parts.

How to Estimate Distances eHow.com

Measuring Activity Ideas

Although the PBS kids show "Sid the Science Kid" episode "Ruler of Thumb" might be slightly childish, the show gives GREAT examples of how to teach about standard and non-standard measurement, with ideas appropriate for young and older students.

Standard measurement is when we use rulers, and non-standard measurement is when you use your "hands" (like for measuring horses) or paces. It's called "non-standard" because not everyone's hands are the same size.

Check out THIS ARTICLE from our Egghead on how to teach third graders about measurement.