Count Me In! Diverse Math Picture Books for Every Classroom
I love combining math and literacy! Too often, we teach subjects in isolation and then wonder why students don’t see […]
Math Picture Book Biographies That Build a Positive Math Identity
During the pandemic, I did many things that I had always said I would never do. One of them being
Screen-Free Mathy Games Kids Love
When my kids were young (okay, even now), I was not above tricking them into doing some math through games.
Pi Day Read-Alouds: Diverse Picture Books About Circles and the Moon
I am always looking for ways to use non-mathy picture books that represent different cultures in a math-y way. Growing
Black History Month+ STEM: 10 Inspiring Picture Books for Your Classroom
“Representation in children’s literature is essential for fostering empathy, understanding, and a sense of identity among young readers. By reflecting
Assess What You Value
My kids had their first day of school yesterday. This meant part of my evening was spent reading and signing
Picture Books: Growth Over Perfection
How do we teach students about growth over perfection? I love to use picture books to help open students to
Beginning the Year with Mathographies
When I began my teaching career over twenty years ago, I gave my high school English students a book biography
Literacy and Math
Picture Book Introductions
People are occasionally surprised to learn that I am an introvert. I have no problem speaking in front of large
NCTE-NCTM Joint Conference Day 1
The second joint NCTE-NCTM is in Chicago this year. From the beginning I have loved the idea of a joint