Blog, Math

Stretch Beyond the Pi Symbol on Pi Day

Celebrate Pi Day with engaging, hands-on activities using math comics in upper elementary and middle school classrooms. This unique lesson plan aligns with Common Core Math Standards, making learning about Pi fun, memorable, and effective through visual and interactive methods that improve retention and engagement.
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This is an image of a snowboarder on a hill with zero slope and a hill with undefined slope. It is a comic-style lesson geared toward middle school math students
Blog, Math

Slope! How to Find a Way to Grab Their Attention

Teaching slope can be simplified and made engaging through comics, which offer visual and humorous ways to present mathematical concepts. Comics break down complex ideas into manageable parts and cater to visual learners. This innovative approach transforms slope lessons into enjoyable and memorable experiences, helping middle school students better understand and appreciate mathematics.
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