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Practical Ideas for Elementary Math Teachers

Classroom-tested strategies for word problems, number sense, and making math meaningful.

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Two educators. One goal: help students understand word problems. Discover how the Structures of Equality (SoE) framework came to life, and why it works.

April 9, 2025

The Story of Structures of Equality: Two Perspectives

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Anchor charts in your math classroom help make abstract concepts more accessible. They also increase retention and help promote independence.

March 5, 2025

4 Ways to Use Anchor Charts to Increase Learning and Retention in Your Math Classroom

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Are your students focusing too much on choosing the ‘right’ structure? Learn how emphasizing the math main idea with Structures of Equality can change how students approach and solve math word problems.

January 29, 2025

Why asking “which structure?” may not be the right question