Rainbow Skies for Teachers
Hey there, amazing teachers—this podcast is for YOU! Whether you’re just starting your teaching journey or you're a seasoned educator seeking inspiration, Rainbow Skies for Teachers is here to help you thrive in and out of the classroom.
We’re Ashleigh and Alisha, your enthusiastic hosts and co-founders of Rainbow Sky Creations. With 20+ years of combined experience in primary education, we’re dedicated to sharing practical advice, supercharged tips, and game-changing strategies to help you succeed as a teacher.
Whether it’s crafting engaging lessons or perfecting your classroom management, we’ve got your back. We're on a mission to lead an education revolution; one inspired teacher at a time….
There are rainbows ahead, and together, we're unstoppable!
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Rainbow Skies for Teachers
85. 6 Strategies to Help Your Students Love Math
Are your students groaning when it’s maths time? Let’s change that—starting today!
In this energising episode, we dive into six tried-and-true strategies for turning your maths block into one of the most engaging parts of the school day. If you are looking for fresh inspiration, these tips will empower you to create lessons that are hands-on, inclusive, and loved by all learners.
This episode is a repurposed gem from an audio summit we have contributed to. The summit is linked below.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How to differentiate maths lessons without doubling your workload
- The power of concrete materials and open-ended tasks
- Ways to promote a growth mindset and celebrate every learner
- How identifying “good mathematician behaviours” can boost confidence
- The importance of engaging all learning styles
- A fun and free game, Multiplication Flip It, to bring fluency practice to life
From embracing risk-taking to making the most of mini whiteboards, we’re covering the essentials of engagement in maths. Let’s make it the best part of the school day for both you and your students.
Rainbows ahead,
Alisha and Ashleigh
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Free Multiplication Flip It Game
Free eBook: 6 ways to create math lessons your students love