Welcome to Raising Smart Kids
Math doesn’t have to feel scary, boring, or overwhelming. Here you’ll find simple math activities, game ideas, classroom tips, homeschool help, and encouragement from a veteran math teacher who believes kids learn best when they are engaged, confident, and having fun.
Nurturing Math Confidence: Raising Kids Who Love Numbers
Getting Kids Talking About Math with Consensus Boards
Get your students talking about math with consensus boards.
These Are a Few of My Favorite Things
My top 5 favorite free resources for supporting math instruction at home or school.
My 3 Favorite Math Review Activities
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Hunch - Having Fun With Integers!
Learning about Integers can be fun with math games like Hunch.
Absolute Zero Math Card Game
Take the struggle out of math with Games by Absolute Zero.
Which One Doesn’t Belong?
Improve kid’s critical thinking and math skills with this fun free activity - which one doesn’t belong and why? Make math fun and engaging with easy activities like WODB.