As you may remember from a previous post, I’ve been working on a math picture book that features African American cultural contexts. Some of you […]
From Ten Little Monkeys to Counting on Cousins
Reclaiming Mathematics for Black Children Ten Little Monkeys jumping on the bed. One fell off and bumped his head. Momma called the doctor and the […]
Math Routines: Dot Talks
(Also referred to as Dot Images, Quick Image Dot Arrangments, and Dot Card Flash) In my last post, I suggested that Quick Images and Dot […]
Quick and Effective Math Practice Routines
Math routines are usually 5 to 15 minutes in length and usually require very little preparation. Of course, introducing your students to the routines may take 30 to 45 minutes the first week or two until they get the hang of it. Math routines can be implemented across all grade levels…yes, even middle, high school, and college. I also use them for professional development with teachers. Math routines can shift mathematical attitudes, identities, and proficiency when implemented in a safe learning environment.
Good Digital Math Games (Some may surprise you!)
My last post called for educators and parents to demand better digital math games that are designed to be more inclusive, incorporate more strands of […]
We Need Better Digital Math Games!
My father introduced us to video games in the early 80s. He would take us to the mall, give us rolls of quarters, and let […]
Math Our Way Introduction
We’ve been doing math their way since we were allowed to attend school. This math doesn’t belong to us. It was not designed for us. […]