Townsville, nestled on the northeast coast of Australia, is a vibrant tropical city that offers an incredible mix of nature, wildlife, and relaxing coastal experiences. My visit here blended the charm of small-city life with the thrill of exploring natural wonders. We lived here for a few summer months in 2013. When to Visit Townsville’s Read more

Learning how to convert fractions to decimals to percents (and back again) can be fun, interactive, and meaningful by tapping into different learning styles based on Howard Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences. Here are  many games, activities and investigations that help different learners (using the multiple intelligences) see the relationships among these forms: Linguistic Intelligence Books: Logical-Mathematical Read more

Are you ready to transform the way your students understand and master fractions, decimals, and percentages? Our comprehensive packet—spanning over 100 pages—is designed to help learners build confidence and fluency with fun, hands-on activities and engaging investigations. Why This Packet? This packet is more than just worksheets—it’s an interactive journey. Students will explore how fractions, Read more

Taiwan is a delightful destination full of culture, scenery, and delicious food. Everyone here is incredibly kind, and the culinary experiences alone make the visit worthwhile. We stayed in Taiwan during the winter of 2013-2014 for four months, which was chilly, rainy, and humid—but that didn’t stop us from exploring every corner of the island. Read more

Teaching students how to multiply and divide positive and negative integers can be challenging. By incorporating activities that appeal to multiple intelligences, you can make learning interactive, meaningful, and memorable. Here’s a collection of games, math investigations, and hands-on strategies that engage every type of learner. Linguistic Logical-Mathematical Visual-Spatial Start by multiplying 3×3, 3×2, 3×1, Read more

Introducing our Multiplying and Dividing Positive and Negative Integers Activity Packet—a comprehensive, 30+ page resource packed with engaging and interactive math investigations and games designed to make integer operations fun, accessible, and meaningful for students. This packet is perfect for upper elementary and middle school classrooms looking to help learners master the often-tricky concepts of Read more

Perth is truly like a second home to me. We’ve spent long stretches there (between 2010-2016), even living near the beach for a time, which gave me the chance to fall in love with its beaches, neighborhoods, and vibrant outdoor lifestyle. The summers are hot—sometimes extremely so —but that’s part of the charm. The winter Read more

Finishing the school year with a burst of creativity is a fantastic way to inspire your students as they head into summer. Designing tropical-themed classroom doors with motivational quotes not only brightens the hallway but also sends students off with positivity. Follow this step-by-step guide to create three unique and vibrant end-of-year door decorations that Read more

Teacher Appreciation Week is the perfect opportunity to show your gratitude for the incredible educators who make a difference every day. One fun and colorful way to celebrate is by decorating classroom doors with thoughtful, themed designs that will make teachers smile as soon as they walk down the hall. In this post, we’ll explore Read more

Teaching students how to add and subtract positive and negative integers can be a challenging yet rewarding experience. By incorporating multiple intelligences into your lesson planning, you can reach a diverse range of learners and make math both fun and meaningful. Below, we explore games, activities, and math investigations tailored for each type of intelligence. Read more