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Multiplication and Division Strategies Anchor Chart

By Explorations in Education

This is an anchor chart that can be printed for students or enlarged on a poster maker. It goes through various strategies to solve both multiplication and division problems. It also includes vocabulary for each operation.

Subjects:

Math, Algebra, Basic Operations

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Handouts, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

3.OA.A.1, 3.OA.A.2, 3.OA.A.3, 3.OA.A.4

$3.50

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3 Digit Addition and Subtraction Strategies Anchor Chart

By Explorations in Education

Need a reminder on the different strategies for addition and subtraction. Use this anchor chart as a poster in your room or as a print out for students' math notebooks!

Subjects:

Math, Basic Operations, Mental Math

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Handouts, Posters, Centers

CCSS:

3.NBT.A.2

$3.50

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Capacity Anchor Chart

By Explorations in Education

This chart includes capacity units of measurement for both standard (empiric) and metric units of measurement. This can be enlarged as a poster and used for in classroom reference or you can print them 2 to a page for students to keep in their

Subjects:

Math, Measurement

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Outlines, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

3.MD.A.2

$2.00

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Understanding Patterns in Addition and Multiplication Anchor Chart

By Explorations in Education

This chart is used to help students understand the relationship between numbers in number patterns. This can be enlarged as a poster and used for in classroom reference or you can print them 2 to a page for students to keep in their notebooks.

Subjects:

Math, Algebra, Other (Math)

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Outlines, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

3.OA.D.9, 4.OA.C.5

$2.00

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Measurement of Time Anchor Charts

By Explorations in Education

This includes an anchor chart for finding time to the nearest minute and finding the elapsed time (within 60 minutes) using 3 methods (numberline, t-chart, and z-method). This can be enlarged to create a poster for classroom reference or it can be

Subjects:

Math, Measurement, Other (Math)

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Printables, Graphic Organizers, Posters

CCSS:

3.MD.A.1

$3.50

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Associative Property Arrays Matching Game

By Explorations in Education

These are 10 sets of array matching cards demonstrating the associative property of multiplication. Students can play a matching game where they match the two equations/arrays and then solve the problems. CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.3.OA.B.5 Apply properties

Subjects:

Algebra, Basic Operations, Order of Operations

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Flash Cards, Games, Centers

$2.00

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Strategies for Comparing Fractions

By Explorations in Education

This is a single paged anchor chart that can be used to help students compare fractions with the same denominator or the same numerator. It also discusses equivalent fractions. This can be enlarged as a poster and used for in classroom reference or

Subjects:

Math, Fractions

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Outlines, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

3.NF.A.3, 3.NF.A.3a, 3.NF.A.3b, 3.NF.A.3d

$2.00

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Changes in Matter, an Ice Cream Science Lab

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This is a science experiment that explores the changes in matter when heat is removed. It is based on the 3M Kitchen Chemistry science lab found here: http://scienceofeverydaylife.com/families/pdfs/activities/Kitchen-Chemistry.pdf

Subjects:

Science, Chemistry

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

$1.25

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Bubble-ology, a States of Matter Exploration

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This is an exploration of the third state of matter (gas). It is based on the video by Carmelo Piazza, which can be found here:

Subjects:

Science, Chemistry, Physics

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

$1.25

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Fraction Vocabulary Flap Book

By Explorations in Education

This is a mini flap book for interactive math notebooks. It gives the definitions of key fraction vocabulary as well as shows some examples. This is made to be printed double sided. Students can glue the back side in their math notebooks.

Subjects:

Math, Fractions

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Word Walls, Printables, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

3.NF.A.1, 3.NF.A.2, 3.NF.A.3, 4.NF.A.1, 4.NF.A.2

$1.25

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Characteristics of Nonfiction Texts

By Explorations in Education

This is a chart you can use to compare expository text and narrative nonfiction text. This can be enlarged as a poster and used for in classroom reference or you can print them 2 to a page for students to keep in their notebooks.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Informational Text

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Outlines, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

RI.3.10, RI.4.10, RI.5.10

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Digital Download PDF (0.06 MB)

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Properties of Multiplication Match-Up

By Explorations in Education

Students will match two equations demonstrating a particular property of multiplication. Then, students will solve the equation and match the answer and operation card (students need 3 cards for a full match). The cards are grouped correctly on the

Subjects:

Algebra, Basic Operations, Order of Operations

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Flash Cards, Games, Centers

CCSS:

3.OA.B.5

$1.25

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Algebraic Patterns and Rule Matching

By Explorations in Education

This is a Valentine's Day themed matching activity. Students match the candy hearts with a number pattern to the rule that the pattern follows.There is a pdf and png copy. You can upload the png copy to Cricut design space (Just remove the white

Subjects:

Math, Algebra, Mental Math

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Centers

CCSS:

3.OA.D.9, 4.OA.C.5

$1.00

Digital Download ZIP (3.91 MB)

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Figurative Language Flap Book

By Explorations in Education

This is a flap book for ELA Interactive Notebooks. Students will learn about similes, metaphors, and onomatopoeia. It also comes with an answer key for teachers. This is a great resource to use when teaching the difference between similes and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Writing

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Handouts, Outlines, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

L.3.5, L.4.5, L.5.5

$0.95

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Social Issues Reading Unit Anchor Chart

By Explorations in Education

This can be used with your social issues reading unit. It helps remind students what things they should be on the lookout for. It can also be printed as a mini poster for students' notebooks.

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Reading, Literature

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Printables, Posters

CCSS:

RL.3.1, RL.3.3, RL.3.6, RL.3.9, RL.4.1, RL.4.2, RL.4.3, RL.4.9, RL.5.2, RL.5.3

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Word Study Routines Poster

By Explorations in Education

Here is a schedule of activities for word study. Expectations for each day are set out. This can be used in the classroom as a reference or given to students and parents as a handout.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Spelling

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Posters

FREE

Digital Download PDF (0.84 MB)

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Matter and Heat Exploration

By Explorations in Education

This is a matter exploration that involves the adding and removing of heat. Students will make predictions, record results, and record observations for each part of this experiment.

Subjects:

Science, Chemistry

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Laboratory

FREE

Digital Download PDF (1.81 MB)

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Three Digit Operations Desktop Gameboard

By Explorations in Education

These are question dots and strategy cards for a desktop game board. It could also be used on the floor.

Subjects:

Math

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Games, Centers

CCSS:

3.NBT.A.2

FREE

Digital Download PDF (11.56 MB)

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have worked as an EFL teacher in Japan; a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade teacher in Title 1 schools; and as a kindergarten student-teacher in Title 1. I also have worked as an administrator, instructional coach, and a curriculum developer (all while in Japan).

MY TEACHING STYLE

I prefer a hands-on teaching method combine with coaching students to learn independently. I want my students to own the responsibility for their learning! Until students own their own cause, they are not going to give it their all.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

None

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I began my college career by studying Art Education at Winthrop University. However, I had a change of heart and ended up graduating from Clemson University with a BA in Political Science. Then, after teaching abroad in Japan for several years, I went back to school and got my M.Ed. from Jones International University. I am currently a licensed, Early Childhood Educator.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I am a native of Greenville, South Carolina and the Greenville County School System. I love fine arts, travel, reading, and pigs (my favorite animal).

GRADES

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading, Spelling, Math, Algebra, Basic Operations, Fractions, Measurement, Order of Operations, Other (Math), Science, Chemistry, Physics, Social Studies, World Languages, Japanese, Literature, Writing, Asian Studies, Mental Math, Informational Text