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Fun Mathematical Modeling Problems for Halloween
ByAnna Cannelongo October 13, 2025November 3, 2025

Are you looking for something fun to do with your students on Halloween that still hits the math standards? Why not give my Halloween Fermi Problems a try?Fermi Problems engage students in estimating challenging questions, enhancing problem-solving and critical thinking skills. They align with math standards, making them suitable for Halloween activities in classrooms.

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How to Talk To Students About Perseverance Using Monster Truck Math and John Cena’s Elbow Grease
ByAnna Cannelongo September 10, 2025September 10, 2025

The post discusses the importance of teaching perseverance to students, especially in mathematics. It emphasizes using picture books like “Elbow Grease” to illustrate concepts like gumption and resilience. The author encourages creating a classroom culture that values mistakes, offers engaging tasks, and promotes self-reflection to enhance students’ problem-solving skills.

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Learn How to Overcome the Top 5 Problems in Problem Solving
ByAnna Cannelongo August 13, 2025September 10, 2025

The article outlines strategies for math teachers to alleviate student anxiety and foster engagement in problem-solving. Key methods include creating a positive classroom culture, utilizing picture books, encouraging mistakes as learning opportunities, and implementing scaffolded questioning. Engaging students with relatable tasks and using rubrics for assessment can enhance their mathematical experience.

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