Teaching integers

Tracy Bednarick, a 6th Grade Teacher, used my blank cootie catcher template to make this impressive maths teaching aid, and has kindly agreed to share it on the site. CLICK HERE to download integer…

Integer addition and subtraction can be a real sticking point for concrete thinkers. This integer operations graphic organizer helps students work through problems by guiding them through a series of questions. It is geared towards students who don't need as much help as my integer operations manipu...

Negative and positive numbers seem like a straightforward subject. I have found students over the years that seem to understand the concept, but when they are faced with a word problem or a situation that involves integers, it becomes easier to distinguish students that have deep level understanding from those that partially understand. Presenting this concept in many ways is helpful. This builds deeper understanding. Students will often say "Oh! That is what is means" when they see integers…

Introducing and teaching integers can be a challenge because middle school students often struggle with the topic. These THIRTY-FIVE ideas, tips, and activities will help you plan your lessons for this unit. There are ideas for interactive notebooks, adding and subtracting integers, and multiplying and dividing integers. Make your unit fun! #integers #mrseteachesmath #middleschool

Are you eager for students in your classroom to conceptually understand integers and master the skills required for integer operations?

Adding, Subtracting, Multiplying, and Dividing Integers I stared at my students in disbelief. “How did so many of you fail the quiz on adding, subtracting, multiply, and dividing integers?” Three [...]

Great ideas on how to teach adding and subtracting integers so your middle school math students get it. Skip the rules, and focus on conceptual understanding with number lines. Your 7th grade math students will appreciate these tips! Also includes FREE math stations to practice adding and subtracting integers. Click here to read more. #makesenseofmath #integers #seventhgrademath

Check out these 12 ideas to help students become masters at adding and subtracting integers. Includes a FREE download to give students more practice with integers.

MATHO is a great way for your 6th, 7th, or 8th Grade Math class to practice Adding Integers. There is almost no prep – just print and go! Easy! #mathteacher #math #maths #teacher #algebra #ge…

This lesson is a great way to introduce adding and subtracting integers! It gives students a helpful visual to really understand integer operations rather than simply memorizing rules.