So let’s talk about all the resources we use as teachers. Some are extra fluff, and some are must-haves. Today, I’m sharing a few of my favorite must-have reading resources that you can find on Amazon!
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Reading Resources from Amazon
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Ontario mandates tech credit for high school diploma
The General Contractors’ Association of Toronto (GCAT), for one, “strongly supports revitalizing the graduation requirement,” says Jim Vlahos, the associations’ executive director.
“The skilled trades offer in-demand, lucrative and rewarding careers and we believe the mandatory credit will expose students to opportunities they would not have known of otherwise. GCAT applauds the work this government continues to do to address our labor shortage while promoting careers in construction, including the skilled trades and to provide a healthy perception of the construction industry to help make an informed career decision.”
“This change will result in more students being introduced to skilled…
Mind Brain Education Elementary Academy: Day 4 – MusTech.Net
The Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning (CTTL) continued its elementary academy for the fourth day, with us further diving into Mind Brain Education (MBE).
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Focus on Math
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Since yesterday’s focus was a deep dive into reading, it was a natural process to have today’s focus be on math. Our presenters explored research for instructional practices that improve outcomes in mathematics. They spoke to purposeful mathematics, meaning actively cultivating mathematics through inquiry and applying mathematics in multiple settings. Plus, the teacher should also bring a supportive mindset to math. If the teacher struggles with…
Fraction Activities for 2nd Grade
Looking for fun and engaging ideas for teaching fractions in your 2nd-grade classroom? This post includes tons of ideas for fraction activities for your 2nd-grade classroom!
We came back from Winter Break ready for a new unit in math. After literal months of double-digit addition and subtraction, we (me and my students!) were ready for some new math content. Now, who in their life has ever been excited to learn about fractions? Let me say… we were! My students literally cheered when I pulled out our vocabulary cards for our new unit! LOL! So, today I’m sharing all our fun…
Ontario to require tech education courses for high school graduation
About three-quarters of high school students have already graduated with at least one technological education course, but the majority are male students
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Ontario high school students will soon be required to pass a technological education course to graduate.
Education Minister Stephen Lecce announced Friday that the requirement will start with students who enter Grade 9 in September 2024, framing the move as a way to get more young people into the skilled trades, particularly young women.
“We want to inspire more students to understand the opportunities in the digital economy and the changing landscape around us,” he…
9 Books to Teach About Fractions
Any time I can use a book to start a math unit, I’m all about it! When it comes to teaching fractions, it’s no different. I always find that using books is a great way to introduce new math topics. Also, connecting math to literacy can help boost confidence for those kiddos who love books but might be wary of unique math concepts. Today I want to share nine of my favorite books to teach fractions in your classroom! Come check them out!
1. A Fraction’s Goal- Parts of a Whole (Math is Categorical)
Fractions can be difficult to understand,…