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18 March 2026

What is the real purpose of homework?

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Dictionary.com defines homework as "schoolwork assigned to be done outside the classroom (distinguished from classwork)" , but...
11 March 2026

Making Perfect Circles by Using Coffee Filters

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When I teach angles or the properties of circles, I find that most children have difficulty cutting out a true circle (even with a blackli...
04 March 2026

Celebrate March 14th (Pi Day) Using Crossword Puzzles to Review Math Vocabulary

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March 14 is Pi Day because March is the third month, and with 14 as the day, we get the first three digits of pi - 3.14 ! On Pi Day, nerd...
25 February 2026

Using Math Humor in Geometry

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 I 've been using Pinterest  (as well as Tailwind) for as long as I can remember, and I love it. Not only do I post many resources and ...
18 February 2026

In Math, what is the Difference Between Drill and Practice?

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When I was a kid, one of the things I dreaded most was going to the dentist. Even though we were poor, my Mom took my brother and me every s...
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I've been teaching since "the earth cooled". My husband also teaches, and together, we've been doing it for 80+ years! I currently teach "mathphobics" at a local community college. Math is my specialty, and I believe anyone can learn this dreaded subject if taught correctly. My classroom is always energetic and includes many hands-on activities. Occasionally I sing, show math movies, and even do a few math cheers!
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