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  • Plotting Points Introduction

    Plotting Points Introduction

    Plotting points is surprisingly challenging for some students. Here is an approach originated by one of my former math teacher candidates in a methods class I taught. This approach uses the analogy of setting up a ladder. First, determine where to position the ladder, then climb the ladder. (brilliant and not my idea). Plot the…


  • Plotting Points Introduction

    Plotting Points Introduction

    Plotting points is challenging for some students, even in high school. This approach uses the analogy of setting up a ladder for the x-value and climbing the ladder for the y-value. Jamboard with Ladder This activity is conducted on a Google Jamboard with moveable objects (see photo at the bottom on how to access it).The…


  • Counting Out Value of Coins

    Counting Out Value of Coins

    Counting out the total value of a set of coins can be challenging for some students. A strategy to address this is a modified 100s chart with images of coins and decimal values. Versions of handouts There are 4 versions, listed in the order I used them with my students. I suggest you start with…