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$Number Tiles Math Bundle: 67 Critical Thinking Hands-On Ac$

Number Tiles Math Bundle: 67 Critical Thinking Hands-On Activities

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This math bundle consists of three number tile resources which are solved separately in my store. They include The A, B, C’s of Number Tiles, a 46 page handout, Number Tiles, a 26 page booklet, Making Magic Numbers Using Number Tiles, a 25 page

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Math, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

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Math Summative Project Based Algebra Activity EDITABLE: Building a House

By Scipi - Science and Math

This EDITABLE math summative algebra assessment (project based learning) is comprised of eight questions based on four levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy and requires solving for one unknown using basic mathematical formulas. The theme is centered on the

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Algebra, Critical Thinking, Word Problems

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

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$Seven Hands-On Math Games that Use Dominoes and Are Easy t$

Seven Hands-On Math Games that Use Dominoes and Are Easy to Differentiate

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This 12 page math resource contains seven hands-on math domino games that involve matching, finding sums, using greater than, less than and equal signs, multiplication practice, and comparing fractions. The games vary in difficulty; so instruction

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Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Mental Math

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3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Games, Centers

$5.00

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Using Logic and Reasoning 26 Heart and Valentines Rebus Puzzles for February

By Scipi - Science and Math

Students must use logic and reasoning skills to solve the 26 rebus puzzles in the handout Hearts and Valentines. The puzzles represent familiar expressions that contain the word "heart". (e.g. "From the Bottom of My Heart" or "Cross My Heart") Each

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Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Valentine's Day

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Games

$5.25

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Challenging Critical Thinking Questions for Group Discussion and Journal Writing

By Scipi - Science and Math

Enhance your students’ critical thinking skills with these thought-provoking questions perfect for group discussions and journal writing. This resource contains 50 critical thinking questions that require the students to analyze the information

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, For All Subject Areas, Problem Solving

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables

CCSS:

W.4.2, W.5.1b, CCRA.W.10

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$Master Plane Geometry by Using Number Tiles to Solve Geome$

Master Plane Geometry by Using Number Tiles to Solve Geometric Math Puzzles

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Solve complex problems in plane geometry with these unique math puzzles featuring number tiles. Improve understanding and skills with this engaging resource. All of the puzzles are solved like magic squares, requiring critical thinking and

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Math, Geometry, Critical Thinking

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables, Centers

CCSS:

8.G.A.1a, 8.G.A.1b

$9.75

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$FREE Hands-On Math Activities that Uses Dominoes for Diffe$

FREE Hands-On Math Activities that Uses Dominoes for Differentiated Instruction

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This FREE Dots Fun for Everyone 10 page math resource encompasses activities for sorting dominoes, four digit place value, and using division facts. Overall, it contains three different activities and one game that involve finding sums that equal

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Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Place Value

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Games, Centers

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$Number Tiles: FREE Hands-On Problem Solving Math Activitie$

Number Tiles: FREE Hands-On Problem Solving Math Activities for Primary Grades

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The FREE Number Tiles math resource is a seven page booklet containing three different math problem solving activities for the primary grades that range from simple counting to using prior knowledge and problem solving. Students solve the Number

Subjects:

Math, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables, Centers

CCSS:

1.OA.A.1, 1.OA.A.2, 2.OA.B.2, 2.OA.C.3

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$Grades 4-7 Math A, B, C of Number Tiles Hands-On Problem$

Grades 4-7 Math A, B, C of Number Tiles Hands-On Problem Solving Activities

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This 46 page math handout features hands-on math puzzles that provide practice in mental arithmetic, operations with numbers, geometry, and measurement plus they encourage logical reasoning and creativity, all in a game-like setting. Furthermore,

Subjects:

Math, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Printables, Centers

CCSS:

6.EE.A.3, MP2

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$Math Strategy Game to Create Equations and Use the Order o$

Math Strategy Game to Create Equations and Use the Order of Operations

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“Contact” is a math strategy game in which students create three digit equations, practice basic math facts and properly use the order of operations. The object of the game is to touch as many other players’ squares as possible in order to receive

Subjects:

Algebra, Order of Operations, Critical Thinking

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Games

CCSS:

5.OA.A.1, 5.OA.A.2, 7.NS.A.1d

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Sly Fox: A Reading Comprehension Game for Most Subjects (Requires Little Prep)

By Scipi - Science and Math

Sly Fox is a reading comprehension game for grades 1-5 that students play after reading any selection (reading, social studies, science, etc.). Not only is it motivational for the students, but it provides an effective means of determining student

Subjects:

Reading, Critical Thinking, For All Subject Areas

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Games, Centers

$3.00

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Hands-On Science Ice Investigation for Grades 3-4 that Uses Ice Cubes

By Scipi - Science and Math

This 20 page science resource, a six lesson science investigation for grades 3-4, uses ice cubes to guide and direct the student through the six steps of the scientific method: Investigating Properties Interactions Making a plan Determining the

Subjects:

Science, Basic Principles, Critical Thinking

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Laboratory, Lesson

$5.75

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Jumbled Bible Puzzle Games Features Three Verses and a Blank Game Template

By Scipi - Science and Math

This EDITABLE Jumbled Bible Verse game contains three specific Bible verses, Genesis 1:26, Genesis 3:1 and Genesis 3:6. Since the children’s Bible memory program used by our church uses the English Standard Version, (ESV), all three verses are in

Subjects:

Religion, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

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3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables, Games

$3.00

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Story Pyramid: Generic Reading Graphic Organizer that Uses All Levels of Bloom's

By Scipi - Science and Math

The Story Pyramid, a generic reading graphic organizer, requires the student to think critically and to demonstrate an understanding of the reading. The student must talk about:A character trait (understanding) Name the main character (remembering)

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Critical Thinking

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

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Assessment, Printables, Graphic Organizers

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$A, B, C's of Number Tiles - FREE Problem Solving and Analy$

A, B, C's of Number Tiles - FREE Problem Solving and Analytical Math Activities

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The construction and analysis of magic squares provides practice in mental arithmetic, operations with numbers, geometry, and measurement plus it encourages logical reasoning and creativity, all in a game-like setting. Furthermore, they are a

Subjects:

Math, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Centers

CCSS:

MP2

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Hearts and Valentines - A FREE Rebus Problem Solving Activity for February

By Scipi - Science and Math

Hearts and Valentines is a FREE two page handout that features four heart rebus puzzles which represent familiar expressions that contain the word "heart". (e.g. "A Heart of Gold") Each illustration uses a picture or symbol to represent a word or

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Valentine's Day

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables

FREE

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Five FREE Critical Thinking Questions for Discussion or Journal Writing

By Scipi - Science and Math

This FREE resource contains five critical thinking questions. Answers are provided for those questions which have a specific answer. For most of the questions, the answers will vary based on a student's experience or prior knowledge. Most subject

Subjects:

Reading, Critical Thinking, For All Subject Areas

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables

CCSS:

W.4.2, W.5.1b, CCRA.W.10

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have been teaching since "the earth cooled". My husband is a teacher as well, and together we have over 80 years of teaching in the elementary, middle school, high school and college areas. My focus is mathematics while my husband's is science. We never want to do anything else because we love it! My teaching style is hands-on and energetic while using diverse teaching strategies. I try to teach ordinary things in extraordinary ways.

MY TEACHING STYLE

For the last ten years I have taught at a community college working with "mathphobics" I have taught remedial math, and algebraic concepts as well as tutoring in the math lab. The other classes I teach are "Conquering College" which is a three hour course for all new freshmen, a one hour personal development class for those students taking math and/or science, and a math study skills class.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

AWARDS 2014 Outstanding Instructor of Math - Award from the Community College where I teach

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

1983-94 Wichita, State University, Wichita, Kansas 67208. Masters in Elementary Education with an emphasis in math and technology. Have ten additional graduate hours not counted towards the degree. 1969-71 Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio 43210. 27 graduate hours 1964-67 Ohio University, Athens, Ohio 45701. Graduated with honors, BSed. Major: Elementary Education Minor: Mathematics

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RECENT PRESENTATIONS Rauch, V. (2020) Games that Teach. Butler Community College, El Dorado, KS. (2 hour workshop for instructors) Rauch, V. (2020) Graphic Organizers. Butler Community College, El Dorado, KS. (2 hour workshop for instructors) Rauch, V. (2019) Stimulating Student Frustration Through Questions and Activities. Butler Community College, El Dorado, KS. (2 hour workshop for instructors) Rauch, V. (2018) The Myth of Multi-Tasking. Butler Community College, El Dorado, KS. (2 hour workshop for instructors) Rauch, V. (2018) A Plethora of Post-It-Note Ideas. Butler Community College, El Dorado, KS. (2 hour workshop for instructors) Rauch, V. (2013) A Potpourri of Teaching Ideas. Butler Community College, El Dorado, KS. (2 hour workshop for instructors) Rauch, V. (2011). Teacher Tips You Won't Forget. Butler Community College, El Dorado, KS. (2 hour workshop for instructors) Rauch, V. (2011). Effective Strategies for Teaching Math. Butler Community College, El Dorado, KS.(2 hour workshop for instructors)

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PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool, Staff, Not Grade Specific

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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Algebra, Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Fractions, Geometry, Graphing, Measurement, Numbers, Order of Operations, Other (Math), Science, Basic Principles, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Physics, Other (Science), Social Studies, Computer Science, Special Education, Other (Specialty), Math Test Prep, Geography, Other (Social Studies), Life Skills, Religion, Gifted and Talented, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Professional Development, Character Education, Word Problems, Study Skills, General Science, Physical Science, Problem Solving, Algebra 2, Writing, Child Care, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Autumn, Mental Math, Halloween, Winter, Valentine's Day, Decimals, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Spring, Place Value, Tools for Common Core, Earth Day, For All Subjects, Informational Text, Test Preparation, Early Intervention, End of Year, Classroom Community