🎄 Christmas in July: $1 Deals Teachers Will Love!

 It may be hot outside, but I’m bringing the holiday cheer early with a Christmas in July Sale you don’t want to miss! Whether you're prepping for the new school year or stocking up on engaging review materials, now’s the perfect time to grab two of my top-rated resources—for just $1 each!

I’ve handpicked these based on what teachers use again and again to make learning meaningful, independent, and easy to differentiate.

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➗ Math Ladder: 4-Digit by 1-Digit Division Practice

If you’ve used a Math Ladder before, you already know how powerful it is for targeted practice. If not, let me introduce you to one of my favorite ways to give students independent, skill-specific work that actually sticks.

This Division Math Ladder focuses on 4-digit by 1-digit division problems written in a horizontal format, encouraging students to line up digits properly before solving. That extra step builds accountability and number sense.

What’s included?

• Multiple leveled pages that progress in difficulty

• Built-in self-checking feature

• A tool that works digitally or on paper

• Easy-to-follow format for independent or partner practice

Whether you're introducing division, reviewing it, or filling gaps from last year, this Math Ladder makes differentiation simple. Just assign the level each student needs and let them climb from there!

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💻 Boom Cards: 4th Grade Science Benchmark Review

This one’s a teacher lifesaver—especially for 4th and 5th grade teachers!

In 4th grade, students are taught science standards that won’t be explicitly retaught—but will absolutely show up on 5th grade tests. That’s where this Boom Card deck comes in.

It’s a self-paced, self-checking review that reinforces essential life science concepts like adaptations, inherited traits, and learned behaviors. Students love the interactive format, and teachers love the no-prep practice that actually helps them retain what they’ve learned.

Use this deck for:
✔️ Independent review
✔️ Small group rotations
✔️ Test prep in 5th grade
✔️ Quick checks for understanding

It’s an easy win in any science classroom.

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🎁 Don’t Miss Out—These $1 Deals Won’t Last!

Whether you're planning ahead or plugging gaps, these two resources are classroom staples—and now they’re just $1 each during my Christmas in July Sale!

Math Centers to Prep Now for a Stress-Free Back-to-School

Math Centers to Prep Now for a Stress-Free Back-to-School

Let’s be real—those first few weeks of school are chaaaaaa-oooos. Between setting up your classroom, getting to know your new students, and attending all the meetings, there’s barely time to plan, let alone prep new materials.

That’s why summer is the perfect time to get ahead—especially when it comes to your math centers.

Spending a little time now printing, laminating, and organizing your go-to math games and activities means one less thing to stress about when August hits. You’ll walk in feeling ready, with hands-on centers your students will actually enjoy.

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🧩 Why Prep Math Centers Over the Summer?

Here’s the deal—having a few centers ready to go at the start of the year gives you:

• Peace of mind (because you're not scrambling)

• More time to focus on your students

• Fun, meaningful practice from day one

No last-minute printing. No rushed prep. Just grab-and-go math goodness.

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🖨️ Print, Laminate, Relax: Centers Worth Prepping Now

If you’re looking for centers to knock out now and use all year long, here are some favorites that are easy to prep and totally worth it:

✨ Place Value Review Center

Place value is always one of those skills that needs refreshing early in the year. This center includes  task cards with a variety of types of questions —perfect for small groups or rotations.

✨ Go Fish Math Games

Yes, your students can actually play Go Fish and learn something! These card games cover:

• Fractions, decimals, and percents

• Whole number operations

• Comparing decimals

Tip: Print a few versions on colored cardstock so sets don’t get mixed up. Laminate and you’re good for years.

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✨ Early Finisher Task Cards

Having something ready for your fast finishers is a game-changer. These cards give students meaningful review without constant direction from you.

Summer Tip: Hole-punch and put them on binder rings, or sort them into labeled photo boxes. Easy to grab when you need them!

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✨ Seasonal Centers

Sure, fall feels far away—but October sneaks up fast once school starts. Prepping a few themed centers now (think pumpkins, turkeys, or Christmas math) means you won’t be scrambling later. Pair these games boards with any set of task cards & you're ready to go.

Summer Tip: Store these in monthly bins or folders so you can grab them when the time comes—no last-minute prep required.

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✅ Summer Center Prep Checklist

Here’s a quick to-do list to keep you on track:

Print your centers
Laminate & cut
Label bags, bins, or boxes
Add direction cards for independence

Store by skill or season

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☕ Bonus Tip: Center Prep = Social Hour

Turn on a podcast, invite a teacher friend over, or prep while watching your favorite show. It doesn’t have to be boring—make it your version of productive self-care!

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Start the Year with One Less Thing to Worry About

When your math centers are already prepped, you’ll walk into your classroom feeling a whole lot more ready. You can focus on your students, your routines, and building a classroom community—without stressing about what they’ll do on Day 3.

Math Games to Make the Last Days Count!

Looking for a way to keep students engaged (and learning!) during those final days of school? I’ve got you covered with low-prep, high-impact math games that review key skills while keeping the energy positive and productive!

Go Fish: Turn review into fun with themed Go Fish sets.

• Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
• Whole Numbers
• Decimals
• Measurement
• Fact Families

4.NF.5, 4.NF.6 Go Fish: Decimals, Fractions, and Percents {Math Game}

$3.50

3.OA.7 Go Fish: Fact Families {Math Game}

$1.50

5.NBT.3 Go Fish: Forms of Decimals {Math Game}

$3.00

4.MD.1 Go Fish: Converting Measurements {Math Game}

$3.00

Factor Frenzy & Multiple Madness: Perfect for practicing factors and multiples—fast-paced and easy to set up!

4.OA.4 Factor Frenzy {Math Game}

$3.00

4.OA.4 Multiple Madness {Math Game}

$3.00

4.OA.4 Bundle: Factor Frenzy & Multiple Madness {Math Game}

$4.80

$6.00

Bingo: Review decimals and place value in a format students already love. Great for small groups or whole class!

5.NBT.A.3 Decimal Bingo - Word Form to Standard Form {Math Game}

$2.00

4.NBT.2 Place Value Bingo {Math Game}

$3.00

Long Division Games: Turn long division into a themed-challenge.

4.NBT.6 Honey Bee Long Division {Math Game}

$2.00

4.NBT.6 Alien Invasion Long Division {Math Game}

$2.00

Dominoes: Get students matching and comparing.

• Fractions, Decimals, and Percents
• Equivalent Fractions

3.NF.3, 4.NF.1 Dominoes: Equivalent Fractions {Math Game}

$3.00

3.NF.3, 4.NF.5, NF.6 Dominoes: Fractions, Decimals, & Percents {Math Game}

$3.00

These games are great for centers, partner work, early finishers, or a fun math review day. Keep your students sharp while winding down the year in a meaningful way!

Wishing you a smooth and happy end to the school year!

🎉 New Year, New Learning: Fresh Math Centers for 2025!

As we ring in 2025, it’s the perfect time to refresh our classrooms with exciting and engaging math centers that inspire students to dive deeper into learning. The new year offers a clean slate to introduce fresh activities that encourage hands-on exploration, foster critical thinking, and promote collaboration. Here are some creative and effective center ideas for 2025 that will make your classroom sparkle with energy and enthusiasm!

Fraction Frenzy Station

Fraction concepts can be challenging for many students, but with the right hands-on activities, fractions can be fun and approachable. Set up a “Fraction Frenzy” station where students use fraction strips, interactive digital tools, or fraction puzzles to explore equivalent fractions, adding and subtracting fractions, and even converting between fractions, decimals, and percentages. For an extra challenge, students can work in pairs or small groups to solve fraction riddles or create their own fraction challenges for others to solve.

        

Multiplication Escape Rooms

Escape rooms are all the rage, so why not incorporate them into your math centers? Create a multiplication-themed escape room with different task card problems that students need to solve to "unlock" the next set of task cards. The problems are based on whichever types of task cards you wish to use.

  

 

Measurement Exploration Zone

Create an engaging Measurement & Data Station where students can explore angles and convert customary units of measurement through hands-on activities. In this station, they’ll measure and identify different types of angles—acute, obtuse, and right—using protractors, anglegs, and fraction circles, while also applying their knowledge to real-life scenarios. Students can work together to solve problems like converting inches to feet or miles to yards, and even create their own angle-filled artwork with rulers and paper. By practicing these skills in pairs or small groups, students will gain a deeper understanding of measurement concepts in a fun, collaborative way.

 

 

Incorporating technology into your centers can bring a modern twist to your activities. Use tablets or interactive whiteboards to access educational apps and websites for practicing math skills, conducting virtual science experiments, or exploring virtual field trips to space, the rainforest, or the ocean. Allow students to work through simulations, games, and interactive lessons that make learning feel dynamic and current.

The key to successful math centers is fostering a collaborative and student-centered environment. Allow students to work in pairs or small groups to solve problems, share their findings, and reflect on their learning. Encourage students to teach each other and offer different perspectives on challenges they encounter. This type of peer learning not only builds teamwork skills but also reinforces understanding as students explain concepts to one another.

Final Thoughts

As we begin 2025, let’s embrace the opportunity to refresh our classroom centers with exciting, hands-on activities that promote active learning. These math centers will not only keep students engaged but also provide them with the tools and skills they need to thrive in the new year. So, let’s kick off 2025 with fresh, creative approaches to teaching and learning that make math and science come to life in exciting ways! 🎉

🎄Festive Fraction Fun {Free Math Craftivity}🎄

Each year, my 4th grade class embarks on a math adventure to turn a plain Christmas tree into a colorful tapestry of fractions.

4.NF.1, NF.3 Christmas Tree Fractions Craftivity {FREE}

FREE

The initial step involves finger-painting 24 ornaments onto the Christmas tree. Students love this part! (Just give into the messy fingers. If you put them all at one table by the sink, you'll survive.) Little do they know, the real mathematical exploration was just beginning.

Fraction Analysis: Once the ornaments are dry, the focus shifts to the world of fractions. Students will count ornaments of different colors, reaching the total of 24. The challenge is then to determine the fraction represented by each color. Each present below the tree should have the fraction of ornaments that are that color.

Equivalent Fractions Exploration: With basic fractions established, students now take a deeper dive into equivalent fractions. On each present, 3 equivalent fractions should be generated.

Equation Creation: The culminating activity involved the creation of equations demonstrating how they decomposed the whole tree. I like to use Crayola's Construction Paper Crayons to write the fractions so the colors really pop!

Finally, hang the masterpieces in the hall. Your principal will love the amount of math on them and the kids (and adults!) will love the festive feel they bring to your classroom.

I hope that activity helps create some excitement in your classroom. I find it easiest to use one table for the "finger painting" station. While students are working on that, the rest of the class is completing centers within their small group.

4.NBT.6 Alien Invasion Long Division {Math Game}

$2.00

5.NBT.6 Long Division - 4÷2 Digits - Set 4.6 {Math Ladders, Distance Learning}

$3.00

4.NF.1 Equivalent Fractions - Blanks on the Left {Bundle}

$3.20

$4.00