Ooodle puts a math spin on the popular word game Wordle. Instead of guessing a daily 5-letter word, players are presented with a daily 5-number equation. The equation’s answer is provided, and players check their answers after each attempt (6 maximum). Each number 1-9 (or 1-12) is used only once. Just like Wordle, numbers that… Read more
99math 99math.com 99math is an engaging review game exclusively for math. Intended for grades 1-8, 99math covers the basics, but also offers more advanced topics like equations, perimeter and area, conversion of fractions, and more. Like many of my favorite games, 99math provides reports — making it a great formative assessment tool. Easy Teacher Setup Teachers… Read more
Free Digital Math Manipulatives Many of the virtual manipulative websites teachers and students once used, like the National Library of Virtual Manipulatives and Glencoe Math, no longer work on all browsers or devices. Older sites relied on Flash and Java applets that are slowly going the way of the floppy disc. The sites below will… Read more
Typing Equations Is Difficult, Equatio Makes it Easy Equatio is a dream come true for math teachers looking for an easy way to “type” mathematical expressions and equations. Until now, typing equations was a tedious task often involving knowledge of a myriad of keyboard shortcuts and requiring too many clicks to count. Equatio Chrome Extension… Read more
Free Math Apps The Math Learning Center has created 10 free math apps featuring virtual manipulatives and interactive visual models. These open-ended learning tools allow students to show understanding by annotating with the drawing tool. You can also add equations, expressions, and descriptions with the math text and writing tools. Works on Laptops, iPads, and… Read more
Math Puzzles – 3 Great Sites Every Math Teacher Needs to Know About Math Puzzles I have to admit that I really didn’t understand the power of building number sense until I watched my colleague and friend, Lisa Dissington, conduct a math talk with her students. I was amazed by the amount of critical thinking,… Read more
#MathematicalSongs Look what showed up in “Trends for you” on Twitter this morning! I collected a few of my favorite #mathematicalsongs. If your school blocks Twitter, you won’t be able to see the content of this post. Override your filter or try viewing it at home. #mathematicalsongs Got a Favorite #MathematicalSong? Please share in the… Read more
