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Learning to Love Math

Learning to Love Math

By Brittany Roberts

Teaching math is hard; it's even harder when you hate math. Join Brittany from the TeachersPayTeachers store, "Math With Minis," each Monday. Each episode is jam-packed with teaching tips, mental math tricks, and pep talks for teaching math. If you're an upper elementary teacher who's secretly Googling 'how to teach math,' or, 'how to make math fun,' I GET IT. I've been there. And I'm here to help.
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Episode 55 | How to Get Started as a Content Creator or Teacher Influencer

Learning to Love MathNov 13, 2022

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Episode 56 | How to Get Paid to Post on Social Media

Episode 56 | How to Get Paid to Post on Social Media

At this point, I've shared about affiliate marketing, selling on TeachersPayTeachers, freelancing, memberships, subscriptions and sooo much more.

In this final episode of the series, I'm tying it all together by sharing how you can get paid (and get some great free stuff!!) by posting strategically on social media.

I'm all about working smarter and not harder!! In the Heart of Marketing Academy, I'm going to show you how you can use the same few pieces of content to make money in several different ways.

This means doing things like repurposing Reels, turning blog posts into Instagram posts, and getting paid to talk about your favorite things.

For hands-on practice with this, be sure to come to the free workshops happening this week at 5pm PST on November 15th and 16th.

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Everyone says there's a recession coming. Some are saying that it's already here.

I'm sure you've felt it when getting gas or groceries. I definitely have.

...but imagine how it would feel if things like that didn't scare you.

If you have peace of mind knowing you can make more money anytime, without relying on laws, your school, your district, getting a job that keeps you away from home... it's priceless.

I'm sharing more about this at my upcoming webinars on November 15th and 16th?

See you there?

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Tuesday, November 15th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

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Wednesday, November 16th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

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Nov 13, 202214:06
Episode 55 | How to Get Started as a Content Creator or Teacher Influencer

Episode 55 | How to Get Started as a Content Creator or Teacher Influencer

You don't need thousands (or even more than a few hundred!!) to make money with social media.

In this episode, I'm sharing all the ways you can make money as a content creator and influencer - and this doesn't even include ads (future episode?!).

For hands-on practice with this, be sure to come to the free workshops happening this week at 5pm PST on November 15th and 16th.

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Everyone says there's a recession coming. Some are saying that it's already here.

I'm sure you've felt it when getting gas or groceries. I definitely have.

...but imagine how it would feel if things like that didn't scare you.

If you have peace of mind knowing you can make more money anytime, without relying on laws, your school, your district, getting a job that keeps you away from home... it's priceless.

I'm sharing more about this at my upcoming webinars on November 15th and 16th?

See you there?

REGISTER FOR THE WEBINARS

Tuesday, November 15th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

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Wednesday, November 16th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

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Nov 13, 202212:12
Episode 54 | How to Get Started With Affiliate Marketing

Episode 54 | How to Get Started With Affiliate Marketing

Ever heard of affiliate marketing? Whether the answer is yes or no, I've got you covered with today's episode.

You'll learn what affiliate marketing is, what affiliate marketing is NOT, and how you can get started with affiliate marketing THIS WEEK, if you want to!

For hands-on practice with this, be sure to come to the free workshops happening this week at 5pm PST on November 15th and 16th.

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Everyone says there's a recession coming. Some are saying that it's already here.

I'm sure you've felt it when getting gas or groceries. I definitely have.

...but imagine how it would feel if things like that didn't scare you.

If you have peace of mind knowing you can make more money anytime, without relying on laws, your school, your district, getting a job that keeps you away from home... it's priceless.

I'm sharing more about this at my upcoming webinars on November 15th and 16th?

See you there?

REGISTER FOR THE WEBINARS

Tuesday, November 15th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

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Wednesday, November 16th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

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Nov 13, 202213:38
Episode 53 | How to Get Started as a Freelancer

Episode 53 | How to Get Started as a Freelancer

Last year, I was able to replace my teacher salary in less than 3 months through freelancing.

It's been a literal GODSEND.

This gave me the security and breathroom to work on things like my TPT store, the blog, this podcast, and other projects (both for fun and for money).

Freelancing gave me the confidence and courage I needed to quit teaching full-time so I can really pursue this online business thing.

If you know you need to make money like YESTERDAY, freelancing could be a path to freedom for you, too.

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Everyone says there's a recession coming. Some are saying that it's already here.

I'm sure you've felt it when getting gas or groceries. I definitely have.

...but imagine how it would feel if things like that didn't scare you.

If you have peace of mind knowing you can make more money anytime, without relying on laws, your school, your district, getting a job that keeps you away from home... it's priceless.

I'm sharing more about this at my upcoming webinars on November 15th and 16th?

See you there?

REGISTER FOR THE WEBINARS

Tuesday, November 15th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeihpzouG9JU2kW6v6i6QF1v0kz0KZTU

Wednesday, November 16th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

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Nov 12, 202218:50
Episode 52 | How to Get Started as a TPT Seller

Episode 52 | How to Get Started as a TPT Seller

Thinking about starting a store as a seller on TeachersPayTeachers? I've got you!!

Disclaimer: I'm not a TPT coach and I wanna be clear on that. What I'm doing in this episode is sharing what I WISH I knew before I started my first store back in 2020, plus tips that have helped newer sellers have a lot of success.

I LOVE marketing and sales - social media, copywriting, podcasting, video content... it's all so fun to me!

And I know it's not that way for most teachers.

So my hope is to show you that all of this is totally doable, and that I'm here to support you if you decide you wanna be a TPT Seller!

If you love this episode, come learn more at the webinars on November 15th and 16th - where we'll work it out together.

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Everyone says there's a recession coming. Some are saying that it's already here.

I'm sure you've felt it when getting gas or groceries. I definitely have.

...but imagine how it would feel if things like that didn't scare you.

If you have peace of mind knowing you can make more money anytime, without relying on laws, your school, your district, getting a job that keeps you away from home... it's priceless.

I'm sharing more about this at my upcoming webinars on November 15th and 16th?

See you there?

REGISTER FOR THE WEBINARS

Tuesday, November 15th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeihpzouG9JU2kW6v6i6QF1v0kz0KZTU

Wednesday, November 16th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

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Nov 12, 202214:41
Episode 51 | 5 Ways to Make More Money as a Teacher in 2023 and Beyond

Episode 51 | 5 Ways to Make More Money as a Teacher in 2023 and Beyond

In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtains and sharing the 5 main ways I make money through Math With Minis.

Over the next few episodes, I'll go a bit deeper into each kind of income stream - so be sure to listen to the next few episodes!

If you love this episode, come learn more at the webinars on November 15th and 16th - where we'll work it out together.

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Everyone says there's a recession coming. Some are saying that it's already here.

I'm sure you've felt it when getting gas or groceries. I definitely have.

...but imagine how it would feel if things like that didn't scare you.

If you have peace of mind knowing you can make more money anytime, without relying on laws, your school, your district, getting a job that keeps you away from home... it's priceless.

I'm sharing more about this at my upcoming webinars on November 15th and 16th?

See you there?

REGISTER FOR THE WEBINARS

Tuesday, November 15th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeihpzouG9JU2kW6v6i6QF1v0kz0KZTU

Wednesday, November 16th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

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Nov 12, 202215:16
Episode 50 | Pacing Guides Aren't Always Effective - Try Self Paced Learning! With Katie from @myclassyadventures

Episode 50 | Pacing Guides Aren't Always Effective - Try Self Paced Learning! With Katie from @myclassyadventures

If you're anything like me, you've seen how ineffective pacing guides can be.

They're especially annoying when you KNOW your students aren't ready to move on yet, and when you have students at different levels in your classroom.

In this episode of the Learning to Love Math Podcast, Katie from @myclassyadventures is sharing how she runs self-paced learning for her students.

She shares practical tips and takeaways that you can run with next week, if you want to try it out!

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LEARN MORE FROM KATIE

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Everyone says there's a recession coming. Some are saying that it's already here.

I'm sure you've felt it when getting gas or groceries. I definitely have.

...but imagine how it would feel if things like that didn't scare you.

If you have peace of mind knowing you can make more money anytime, without relying on laws, your school, your district, getting a job that keeps you away from home... it's priceless.

I'm sharing more about this at my upcoming webinars on November 15th and 16th?

See you there?

REGISTER FOR THE WEBINARS

Tuesday, November 15th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeihpzouG9JU2kW6v6i6QF1v0kz0KZTU

Wednesday, November 16th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeihpzouG9JU2kW6v6i6QF1v0kz0KZTU

Nov 08, 202219:13
Episode 49 | 5 Things That Will REALLY Make You Love Math!

Episode 49 | 5 Things That Will REALLY Make You Love Math!

If you're into money and personal finance, then you will LOVE this episode.

And, if you're not? Then I'm gonna challenge you to listen anyway because it might be exactly what you need to hear today.


MORE THAN ENOUGH SUMMIT (FREE!):

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Everyone says there's a recession coming. Some are saying that it's already here.

I'm sure you've felt it when getting gas or groceries. I definitely have.

...but imagine how it would feel if things like that didn't scare you.

If you have peace of mind knowing you can make more money anytime, without relying on laws, your school, your district, getting a job that keeps you away from home... it's priceless.

I'm sharing more about this at my upcoming webinars on November 15th and 16th?

See you there?

REGISTER FOR THE WEBINARS

Tuesday, November 15th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeihpzouG9JU2kW6v6i6QF1v0kz0KZTU

Wednesday, November 16th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

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Nov 03, 202219:31
Episode 48 | 3 Ways to Take Back Your Time

Episode 48 | 3 Ways to Take Back Your Time

In this episode, I'm sharing 3 ways you can really simplify and streamline your teacher schedule, so you aren't so stressed around the holidays.

I always hear these types of productivity and time management tips shared in the online entrepreneur and business space, but they work for teachers, too!!

These tips helped me to stop taking work home on evenings and weekends, and to start saying 'NO' to more things that didn't serve me.

I can't wait for you to listen!

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Everyone says there's a recession coming. Some are saying that it's already here.

I'm sure you've felt it when getting gas or groceries. I definitely have.

...but imagine how it would feel if things like that didn't scare you.

If you have peace of mind knowing you can make more money anytime, without relying on laws, your school, your district, getting a job that keeps you away from home... it's priceless.

I'm sharing more about this at my upcoming webinars on November 15th and 16th?

See you there?

REGISTER FOR THE WEBINARS

Tuesday, November 15th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeihpzouG9JU2kW6v6i6QF1v0kz0KZTU

Wednesday, November 16th - 5pm PST/6pm MST/7pm CST/8pm EST

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdeihpzouG9JU2kW6v6i6QF1v0kz0KZTU

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Oct 25, 202221:57
How to Be Prepared for EVERY Holiday This School-Year

How to Be Prepared for EVERY Holiday This School-Year

Check out the 2022 Ultimate Math Holiday Bundle!

Each grade level is offering $150+ worth of resources for just $19.

And if you get one of the mega-bundles, that's $300+ worth of resources for $35.

It's a stellar deal - and when you're prepared well in advance, you're way less stressed than you would be if you were scrambling to figure something out last-minute.

If you have any questions about it, send me a DM on Instagram over at @mathwithminis.

Oct 21, 202202:38
Episode 47 | Why Inclusion Matters, and How We Can Be More Inclusive - Interview With Melinda Arnost, @empoweringinclusiontoolbox

Episode 47 | Why Inclusion Matters, and How We Can Be More Inclusive - Interview With Melinda Arnost, @empoweringinclusiontoolbox

Inclusion. Community. Diversity. Equity. Equal opportunity. Differentiation. Socio-emotional learning.

After a while, it's easy to get a little sick of the buzzwords as an educator.

And what's worse, is that schools will often start these initiatives with no idea of HOW they want teachers to do all of this.

In actuality? I don't think they even know what they mean, or HOW to truly be inclusive in the classroom.

This is what I talk through with Melinda Arnost who's the author of the book Empowering Inclusion.

She's so patient, approachable and helpful when it comes to these topics. Go snag her book!

REAL QUICK!! If you're looking to get your formative assessments ready for the year, join me in the Formative Fix!!

I have a special discount for listeners of the show (at the link above, or here):
https://mathwithminis.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/1136895/?action=signup&coupon=podcast


LINKS TO LOVE

Sep 05, 202234:43
Episode 46 | Quiet Quitting: Why I Hate This Gaslighting Term

Episode 46 | Quiet Quitting: Why I Hate This Gaslighting Term

REAL QUICK!! If you're looking to get your formative assessments ready for the year, join me in the Formative Fix!!

I have a special discount for listeners of the show (at the link above, or here): https://mathwithminis.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/1136895/?action=signup&coupon=podcast

It's getting a little ranty here on Wednesdays!

Every Wednesday, I'm dropping a mini-rant for you all. Think of it as the fun part of getting together with other teachers, without any of the stress or drama lol

I can't wait to hear what ya'll think of this one!! Connect with my on Instagram once you give it a listen.

LINKS TO LOVE

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Aug 31, 202214:60
Episode 45 | How to Get Students Attention WITHOUT Yelling

Episode 45 | How to Get Students Attention WITHOUT Yelling

REAL QUICK!! If you're looking to get your formative assessments ready for the year, join me in the Formative Fix!!

I have a special discount for listeners of the show (at the link above, or here): https://mathwithminis.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/1136895/?action=signup&coupon=podcast

In this upcoming series, I'm sharing allll of my secrets.

I'm walking you through EXACTLY how I keep all of the students engaged, 95% of the time (because we all know 100% is unrealistic!!).

And it all starts with getting students' attention.

But, how can we make our students pay attention without yelling at them?

That's exactly what I'm sharing in this episode.

LINKS TO LOVE

Aug 30, 202224:53
Episode 44 | 3 Easy Steps to Authentic Student Engagement, with Lorraine Padilla from Apple Blossom Teachers @appleblossomteachers

Episode 44 | 3 Easy Steps to Authentic Student Engagement, with Lorraine Padilla from Apple Blossom Teachers @appleblossomteachers

Have you ever wished that your students would just be more engaged with their learning?

I get it. I've been there, too.

But, what does engagement mean, anyway? And how can you be sure that you're getting true engagement, and not just compliance?

This is what I talk through with Lorraine Padilla from Apple Blossom Teachers (this is a store follow link on TeachersPayTeachers, by the way).

You're going to LOVE what she does with field trips, guest speakers, and authentic audiences for her students' projects!


REAL QUICK!! If you're looking to get your formative assessments ready for the year, join me in the Formative Fix!!

I have a special discount for listeners of the show (at the link above, or here):
https://mathwithminis.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/1136895/?action=signup&coupon=podcast


LINKS TO LOVE

Aug 30, 202238:37
Episode 43 | Why You Should Be Curriculum Mapping with Melissa Martinez from That One Cheerful Classroom @thatonecheerfulclassroom

Episode 43 | Why You Should Be Curriculum Mapping with Melissa Martinez from That One Cheerful Classroom @thatonecheerfulclassroom

REAL QUICK!! If you're looking to get your formative assessments ready for the year, join me in the Formative Fix!!

I have a special discount for listeners of the show (at the link above, or here):
https://mathwithminis.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/1136895/?action=signup&coupon=podcast

Have you ever done curriculum mapping with other teachers? If so, then you know just how powerful it can be in helping you plan, and helping your students learn according to the standards.

This is definitely a pre-requisite for lesson planning, and a topic that is SO RELEVANT at the beginning of the school year!

If you've never heard of curriculum mapping, you'll get sooo much from this conversation with Melissa Martinez from That One Cheerful Classroom (this is a store follow link on TeachersPayTeachers, by the way).

Ready to learn more about curriculum mapping? Check out the links and resources below!

LINKS TO LOVE

Aug 23, 202220:01
Episode 42 | How We REALLY Feel About Common Core Standards - Plus Tips for Teaching Financial Literacy, with Kelly Hogan from Mathematically Enthused

Episode 42 | How We REALLY Feel About Common Core Standards - Plus Tips for Teaching Financial Literacy, with Kelly Hogan from Mathematically Enthused

When I originally brought Kelly Hogan from Mathematically Enthused (TPT store follow link) onto the show, I wanted her to share tips on how to create the epic and elaborate escape rooms with Google Sites,

And while we DID cover that, we covered SO MUCH MORE.

We shared how we really feel about the common core standards (spoiler alert: they're sorely lacking), and we shared our soapboxes about financial literacy and real-world learning.

Kelly shared practical tips for upper elementary teachers who want to bring more S.T.E.A.M. (Science Technology Engineering Arts and Math) into their math instructional block.

Wanna catch our sessions, plus SO MANY OTHER good ones?


Grab the Summit Power Back before it goes away (through August 17th


LINKS TO LOVE

Aug 15, 202244:21
Day Five Recap of the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit

Day Five Recap of the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit

In today's episode, I'm reviewing the sessions that are available today - the LAST day of the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit - Friday, August 12th, 2022.


If you haven't registered for the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit yet, it's totally free!

Claim your free spot here.

There's a catch, though!! Each day's sessions are ONLY AVAILABLE FOR 24 HOURS.

So if you hear about something interesting in today's episode, go watch it now before it expires!!

If you want more time with the content (plus literally THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS worth of goodies!!), check out the Summit Power Pack.

When you get access to the Summit Power Pack, you get:

  • Unlimited access to all event recordings, and they never expire
  • The ability to watch any and all of the sessions on your OWN time
  • All of the bonuses contributed by each speaker (memberships, trainings, workshops, bundles, TONS of stuff!!)
  • This also includes my Reach, Rigor and Relationships With Games training, if you missed the Math Teacher Collaborative earlier this summer!


Click here for FREE, temporary access to the sessions from the Design Your Digital Classroom Summit - August 8th-12th.

Aug 12, 202211:02
Day Four Recap of the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit

Day Four Recap of the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit

In today's episode, I'm reviewing the sessions that are available today - Thursday, August 11th, 2022.

If you haven't registered for the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit yet, it's totally free!


Claim your free spot here.


There's a catch, though!! Each day's sessions are ONLY AVAILABLE FOR 24 HOURS.

So if you hear about something interesting in today's episode, go watch it now before it expires!!

If you want more time with the content (plus literally THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS worth of goodies!!), check out the Summit Power Pack.

When you get access to the Summit Power Pack, you get:

  • Unlimited access to all event recordings, and they never expire
  • The ability to watch any and all of the sessions on your OWN time
  • All of the bonuses contributed by each speaker (memberships, trainings, workshops, bundles, TONS of stuff!!)
  • This also includes my Reach, Rigor and Relationships With Games training, if you missed the Math Teacher Collaborative earlier this summer!

Click here to buy the Summit Power Pack.

Click here for FREE, temporary access to the sessions from the Design Your Digital Classroom Summit - August 8th-12th.

Aug 11, 202211:27
Day Three Recap of the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit

Day Three Recap of the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit

In today's episode, I'm reviewing the sessions that are available today - Wednesday, August 10th, 2022.

Click here to get the free Google Jamboard templates I mentioned in today's episode!

If you haven't registered for the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit yet, it's totally free!

Claim your free spot here.

There's a catch, though!! Each day's sessions are ONLY AVAILABLE FOR 24 HOURS.

So if you hear about something interesting in today's episode, go watch it now before it expires!!

If you want more time with the content (plus literally THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS worth of goodies!!), check out the Summit Power Pack.

When you get access to the Summit Power Pack, you get:

  • Unlimited access to all event recordings, and they never expire
  • The ability to watch any and all of the sessions on your OWN time
  • All of the bonuses contributed by each speaker (memberships, trainings, workshops, bundles, TONS of stuff!!)
  • This also includes my Reach, Rigor and Relationships With Games training, if you missed the Math Teacher Collaborative earlier this summer!

Click here to buy the Summit Power Pack.

Click here for FREE, temporary access to the sessions from the Design Your Digital Classroom Summit - August 8th-12th.

Aug 10, 202211:15
Day Two Recap of the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit

Day Two Recap of the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit

In today's episode, I'm reviewing the sessions that are available today - Tuesday, August 9th, 2022.

If you haven't registered for the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit yet, it's totally free!

Claim your free spot here.

There's a catch, though!! Each day's sessions are ONLY AVAILABLE FOR 24 HOURS.

So if you hear about something interesting in today's episode, go watch it now before it expires!!

If you want more time with the content (plus literally THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS worth of goodies!!), check out the Summit Power Pack.

When you get access to the Summit Power Pack, you get:

  • Unlimited access to all event recordings, and they never expire
  • The ability to watch any and all of the sessions on your OWN time
  • All of the bonuses contributed by each speaker (memberships, trainings, workshops, bundles, TONS of stuff!!)
  • This also includes my Reach, Rigor and Relationships With Games training, if you missed the Math Teacher Collaborative earlier this summer!

Click here to buy the Summit Power Pack.

Click here for FREE, temporary access to the sessions from the Design Your Digital Classroom Summit - August 8th-12th.

Aug 10, 202208:55
Day One Recap of the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit

Day One Recap of the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit

In today's episode, I'm reviewing the sessions that are available today - Monday, August 8th, 2022.

If you haven't registered for the 2022 Design Your Digital Classroom Summit yet, it's totally free! 

Claim your free spot here.

There's a catch, though!! Each day's sessions are ONLY AVAILABLE FOR 24 HOURS. 

So if you hear about something interesting in today's episode, go watch it now before it expires!!

If you want more time with the content (plus literally THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS worth of goodies!!), check out the Summit Power Pack.


When you get access to the Summit Power Pack, you get:

  • Unlimited access to all event recordings, and they never expire
  • The ability to watch any and all of the sessions on your OWN time
  • All of the bonuses contributed by each speaker (memberships, trainings, workshops, bundles, TONS of stuff!!)
  • This also includes my Reach, Rigor and Relationships With Games training, if you missed the Math Teacher Collaborative earlier this summer!


Click here to buy the Summit Power Pack.

Click here for FREE, temporary access to the sessions from the Design Your Digital Classroom Summit - August 8th-12th.

Aug 08, 202211:27
How to Get 100+ Resources at 35 Cents Each [LISTEN BEFORE 08/01]

How to Get 100+ Resources at 35 Cents Each [LISTEN BEFORE 08/01]

Get (almost) my whole store, plus a TON of other sellers' math resources, for just $35!! 

It's the best deal you'll see for math resources all year. 100% sure of that.

And, you get access to them all year - so when you need something seasonal? Just log back in and grab what you already bought.

Jul 30, 202214:12
Episode 36 | What Should I Sell on TeachersPayTeachers?

Episode 36 | What Should I Sell on TeachersPayTeachers?

May 14, 202224:56
Episode 35 | How to Get Started With Real World Math Projects

Episode 35 | How to Get Started With Real World Math Projects

May 09, 202222:48
Episode 34 | Is It Worth It Selling on TeachersPayTeachers? (And Other Frequently Asked Questions)

Episode 34 | Is It Worth It Selling on TeachersPayTeachers? (And Other Frequently Asked Questions)

May 05, 202218:24
Episode 33 | What Are The Common Core Math Practices?

Episode 33 | What Are The Common Core Math Practices?

If you have not heard Jamie Rhinesmith from Making Mini Mathematicians before, you are in for a TREAT, friend!!

Her passion for math just oozes through her mic.

I can't wait for you to hear her take on the Common Core 8 mathematical practices, and why they're absolutely essential for us to teach as educators of young mathematicians.

You'll also learn strategies for bringing number talks and cognitively guided instruction into your classroom.

If you want to catch her full talk on this, along with a ton of other math resources and content, get an All-Access Pass to the recordings from the 2022 Be a Math Person Conference for just $67.


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May 02, 202229:05
Episode 32 | How Much Does the Average Seller Make on TeachersPayTeachers?

Episode 32 | How Much Does the Average Seller Make on TeachersPayTeachers?

Apr 28, 202223:54
Episode 31 | Why Every Teacher Needs to Know About Math Status, With Caitie Cupples

Episode 31 | Why Every Teacher Needs to Know About Math Status, With Caitie Cupples

It's heartwrenching to think that we could actually be keeping our students from learning math, but it's a reality.

In this episode, Caitie shares why creating a community in the classroom is so important for instruction, and she shares a few actionable strategies to help us do so.

She also introduces us to the concept of math status, and how that often plays out for kids when we're teaching math.

This episode is SO GOOD, ya'll!! It's really affected how I think, talk and teach around math, and I hope it does the same for you.


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LINKS TO LOVE

Apr 25, 202233:07
Episode 30 | Why I Started Selling Math Resources on TeachersPayTeachers

Episode 30 | Why I Started Selling Math Resources on TeachersPayTeachers

Surprise bonus episode! If you've ever wondered why I started Math With Minis, how I ended up really LOVING math, and ESPECIALLY if you've ever wondered how to become a seller on TeachersPayTeachers - this episode is for you!

I share a bit about my journey as a TpT Seller, and why I specifically started this brand (which is actually my THIRD store!).

I'll say that, once you can actually see actions that you're taking that are helping you make more money??

It becomes a LOT easier to learn to love math!

If you're ready to start or grow your business with us, join us in the Mini Marketing  Mastermind this summer.

Apr 22, 202213:36
Episode 29 | Tips on Reducing Anxiety for Students and Teachers, With Helena Hains the Present Teacher

Episode 29 | Tips on Reducing Anxiety for Students and Teachers, With Helena Hains the Present Teacher

In this episode, I get REALLY real with Helena Hains from The Present Teacher about mental health stigma among students and teachers. She shares tips on reducing anxiety, and of course, we chatted specifically about math anxiety in students. 

She also shares how she's overcome teacher burnout, and how you can do the same in case you're experiencing that. 

Check out Helena's Breaking the Pattern of Burnout Challenge, happening April 24th-29th, 2022.

If you happen to catch this episode after April of 2022, you can still check out The Present Teacher Podcast here.

And in case you'd like to see Helena's session at the 2022 Be a Math Person Conference, you can snag it (along with 17 other presenters and a TON of free resources!!), by grabbing your All-Access Pass here.


Let's connect on social media!

Apr 18, 202224:00
Episode 28 | What are the symptoms of math anxiety?

Episode 28 | What are the symptoms of math anxiety?

Apr 06, 202213:56
Episode 27 | What is Math Anxiety? And What Can We Do About It?

Episode 27 | What is Math Anxiety? And What Can We Do About It?

Mar 21, 202214:20
Episode 26 | 3 Ways to Get Free Math Worksheets (Including Paid Resources on TeachersPayTeachers!)

Episode 26 | 3 Ways to Get Free Math Worksheets (Including Paid Resources on TeachersPayTeachers!)

If you've stumbled across this episode because you need free math worksheets FAST, check out this other episode.

If you're really in a hurry, head straight to the show notes where you can get the links you need to my favorite websites.


Today's Takeaways


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Members of the Mini Lesson Sub Club get three mini lessons per grade (3rd-5th), per month.

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Free Resources for You

Feb 28, 202213:37
Episode 25 | Here's What Happens When You Mix Math, and Art

Episode 25 | Here's What Happens When You Mix Math, and Art

Imagine if you opened every math lesson by having your students draw a picture.

Do you think that your math instruction might be more effective and engaging if you did that?

We definitely think so!

In this episode, Caroline from Doodles and Digits shares ways to make math more visual for students.

Thankfully, you don't have to be an artist to mix art and math in the classroom.

Today's Takeaways

  • Everyone benefits from a multi-sensory learning approach
  • When you make math more visual, it makes more sense
  • Word problems come alive with pictures
  • Authentic and accurate clipart is important when making or buying visual supports
  • Ensure math word problems are relatable and culturally relevant to students

If you'd rather just get some quality visual supports instead of making your own, click here to follow Caroline from Doodles and Digits on TeachersPayTeachers!


Support the Learning to Love Math Podcast by Becoming a Math Maven!

Click here to subscribe for just $4.99 a month.

Or, click here to support the podcast through Buy Me a Coffee.


Join the Mini-Lesson Sub Club!

The Mini Lesson Sub Club is now open to new members!!

Have you ever wished you could just take a few minutes to zone out, or check your phone - or just even COLLECT yourself during math?

Or, have you ever just NOT been ready for the day (I don't judge!!)?

Let me teach FOR you!!

Members of the Mini Lesson Sub Club get three mini lessons per grade (3rd-5th), per month.

Each lesson includes 10-30 minute video lessons, accompanying interactive notes, digital activities, and printable worksheets.

Every separate lesson is worth $5 in my TeachersPayTeachers store (if you'd rather buy them separately).

But, trust - you're gonna wanna sign up.

Because, as of when I'm writing this, THE MINI LESSON SUB CLUB IS JUST $5 A MONTH.

So, for the price of ONE mini lesson from my store, you can get 9 per month ($45 worth!!).

The beta price isn't going to be around forever. So if you want to get in before I raise the price, you can check it out here.


Free Resources for You

Feb 22, 202230:09
The Magic of Mini Lessons - Math Mavens Episode 1

The Magic of Mini Lessons - Math Mavens Episode 1

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Feb 21, 202216:26
Episode 24 | Don't Just Give Your Student a Shortcut; Do This Instead

Episode 24 | Don't Just Give Your Student a Shortcut; Do This Instead

Today, we're talking all about tricks, hacks, and shortcuts.

Jennifer Van Blair also shares how she uses the power of storytelling to help her students solve word problems, and how she's actually having her students write their own word problems!

Today's Takeaways

  • If you're going to use a trick, know why and how it works
  • When students use a shortcut or tactic, ensure they understand what's happening
  • Deep conceptual understanding, fun and engagement can all go together!
  • Success with word problems is about problem-solving; not literacy


Support the Learning to Love Math Podcast by Becoming a Math Maven!



Join the Mini-Lesson Sub Club!

The Mini Lesson Sub Club is now open to new members!!

Have you ever wished you could just take a few minutes to zone out, or check your phone - or just even COLLECT yourself during math?

Or, have you ever just NOT been ready for the day (I don't judge!!)?

Let me teach FOR you!!

Members of the Mini Lesson Sub Club get three mini lessons per grade (3rd-5th), per month.

Each lesson includes 10-30 minute video lessons, accompanying interactive notes, digital activities, and printable worksheets.

Every separate lesson is worth $5 in my TeachersPayTeachers store (if you'd rather buy them separately).

But, trust - you're gonna wanna sign up.

Because, as of when I'm writing this, THE MINI LESSON SUB CLUB IS JUST $5 A MONTH.

So, for the price of ONE mini lesson from my store, you can get 9 per month ($45 worth!!).

The beta price isn't going to be around forever. So if you want to get in before I raise the price, you can check it out here.


More About Jennifer Van Blair


Free Resources for You

Feb 14, 202237:24
Episode 23 | Classroom Management and "Letting Go" of Control, With Carrie Bickford (Instructional Coach)

Episode 23 | Classroom Management and "Letting Go" of Control, With Carrie Bickford (Instructional Coach)

I can't think of a LESS appealing topic than classroom management. I mean, like, who wants to talk about that?!

But, what if I told you that classroom management was a HUGE missing piece contributing to your students' learning?

What if it's THE missing piece - and, all you have to do, is relinquish some control?

By now, I'm sure some of you are raising your eyebrows at me, thinking, "How can I have a well-managed classroom if I'm not in control?"

Well, I guess you'll just have to listen and find out!!

Today's Takeaways

  • Letting go of control helps your classroom run MORE smoothly
  • Being a good teacher requires a ton of humility and constant self-reflection
  • Just drop the ego (it'll be so much better and easier for you once you do!)
  • Always remember what it was like to be a kid
  • Always be willing to try new things and take risks with teaching
  • We're not really just there to "deliver instruction"
  • Involve students in the learning process; give them plenty of voice and choice
  • Remember to look for and diagnose the cause; don't just temporarily treat the symptoms
  • Don't take any of it personally

Join the Mini-Lesson Sub Club!

The Mini Lesson Sub Club is now open to new members!!

Have you ever wished you could just take a few minutes to zone out, or check your phone - or just even COLLECT yourself during math?

Or, have you ever just NOT been ready for the day (I don't judge!!)?

Let me teach FOR you!!

Members of the Mini Lesson Sub Club get three mini lessons per grade (3rd-5th), per month.

Each lesson includes 10-30 minute video lessons, accompanying interactive notes, digital activities, and printable worksheets.

Every separate lesson is worth $5 in my TeachersPayTeachers store (if you'd rather buy them separately).

But, trust - you're gonna wanna sign up.

Because, as of when I'm writing this, THE MINI LESSON SUB CLUB IS JUST $5 A MONTH.

So, for the price of ONE mini lesson from my store, you can get 9 per month ($45 worth!!).

The beta price isn't going to be around forever. So if you want to get in before I raise the price, you can check it out here.

More About Carrie Bickford

Free Resources for You

Jan 22, 202249:58
Episode 22 | Stop Saying You're Bad at Math (And Do This Instead)

Episode 22 | Stop Saying You're Bad at Math (And Do This Instead)

Today, Marijo McBeth from STEAM With Miss M is sharing why you're not bad at math (and, why we should ALL really stop saying that).

She shares her thoughts on the magical, mystical math gene that so many of us love to refer to, and she shares some practical strategies to help all of us get better at math. And then therefore, better at teaching math.


Today's Takeaways

  • There's no "math gene;" everybody can get better at math!
  • The secret ingredients to getting better at teaching (and, anything, really) is a combo of time and practice
  • Be OK with making mistakes
  • Make math more fun
  • Recognize and release those limiting beliefs!
  • Foster a growth mindset around math for you and your students


Join Us at the 2022 Be a Math Person Conference!

Access to the conference is totally FREE January 7th-9th, 2022.

Purchase an Annual All-Access Pass to get access to everything for a whole YEAR Caroline from Boldly Inspired Curriculum will be speaking at the conference!

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More About Marijo


Resources for You

Jan 03, 202231:04
Episode 21 | Build a Student-Centered Classroom by Talking Less and Listening More

Episode 21 | Build a Student-Centered Classroom by Talking Less and Listening More

Mona from the Honest Math Chat Podcast is dropping all kinds of knowledge bombs and tips in this episode! Get ready to learn how you can have every single student succeed with math in your classroom. 

Everything she shares is so simple, and she includes plenty of actionable tips that you can try with your class tomorrow.

In this episode of the Learning to Love Math Podcast, she shares how building a student-centered community fosters a love for math and a culture of of mathematical thinking.


Today's Takeaways

  • Talk less, listen more
  • EVERY student can have rich math discussion and discourse
  • It's not just about learning, but about the reflection upon one's learning (that goes for teachers AND students!!)
  • Create a vision for your math classroom
  • Make your environment conducive to math experiences
  • "We are all responsible for helping everyone understand"
  • Thinking matters more than answers


Join Us at the 2022 Be a Math Person Conference!

Access to the conference is totally FREE January 7th-9th, 2022. 

Purchase an Annual All-Access Pass to get access to everything for a whole YEAR Caroline from Boldly Inspired Curriculum will be speaking at the conference! 

Sign up for free here


More About Mona


Resources Mentioned in the Episode


More Resources for You

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Dec 28, 202140:03
Episode 20 | Creating a Culture of Feedback Through Failure, With Caroline Gamble from Boldly Inspired Curriculum

Episode 20 | Creating a Culture of Feedback Through Failure, With Caroline Gamble from Boldly Inspired Curriculum

In this episode of the Learning to Love Math Podcast, I've interviewed Caroline Gamble from Boldly Inspired Curriculum. She's an algebra teacher who's passionate about helping students persevere through problems and apply what they're learning in the real world.

Today's Takeaways

  • Sometimes, the students just aren't ready to "get it" yet
  • It's OK to fail (whether you're the student, or the teacher!)
  • The best learning happens when we reflect on, and learn from, our failures
  • We really "do math" every day

Sign Up for the FREE Be a Math Person Conference!

Connect With Caroline

Resources Mentioned in the Episode

Resources for You

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Dec 20, 202128:52
Episode 19 | Creating Authentic Learning Experiences in the Upper Elementary Math Classroom, with Lauren Daughty from Managing Middle Math

Episode 19 | Creating Authentic Learning Experiences in the Upper Elementary Math Classroom, with Lauren Daughty from Managing Middle Math

In this episode of the Learning to Love Math Podcast, I've interviewed Lauren Daughty from Managing Middle Math (follow her store on TeachersPayTeachers here!). She's passionate about creating real world, authentic learning experiences around math for middle school grade students. Even if you've only ever taught upper elementary kids in 3rd, 4th and 5th grades, you'll learn SO MUCH from her!

Today's Takeaways

  • Start small; ask a teacher down the hall for help
  • Community partners WANT to work with us teachers!
  • If you make the learning more fun, the students will learn more
  • We need to enjoy teaching if we want students to enjoy learning
  • The more "real" we can make it, the more "doable" it is for the kids!

Sign Up for the FREE Be a Math Person Conference!

  • Access to the conference is totally FREE January 7th-9th, 2022
  • Purchase an Annual All-Access Pass to get access to everything for a whole YEAR
  • Caroline from Boldly Inspired Curriculum will be speaking at the conference!
  • Sign up for free here

Connect With Lauren

Resources Mentioned in the Episode

Free Resources for You

And if you haven't already, join our free Facebook Group for upper elementary teachers and follow me on Instagram!

Dec 13, 202157:05
Episode 18 | So You Say You're Not a Math Person

Episode 18 | So You Say You're Not a Math Person

Today's episode is a little bit different. Instead of sharing a math teaching strategy, I'm sharing why you're already a math person - and how you can help yourself (and your students!) believe this, too.

Today's Takeaways

  • You already ARE a math person, even if you don't feel like it yet
  • You can get better at math if you work at it
  • You will enjoy teaching math more once you feel like you "get it"
  • Your students will enjoy LEARNING math more once you enjoy teaching it

Resources for You

And if you haven't already, join our free Facebook Group for upper elementary teachers and follow me on Instagram!

Dec 06, 202118:24
Episode 17 | Why Your Students Need a Math Fact Fluency Tracker

Episode 17 | Why Your Students Need a Math Fact Fluency Tracker

In the last episode, I shared some strategies to help you build math fact fluency in your students. Definitely go back and check out Episode 16 if you haven't already! And if you're brand new to math fact fluency, check out episode 15, where I dive in to exactly what math fact fluency is, and why it's so important.

In this episode, I'm sharing why I believe that every upper elementary students needs to use a math fact fluency tracker. Hint: it's about SO MUCH MORE than facts! I also share about the winning qualities of a good math fact fluency tracker, as well as where you can find one that I've made and listed in my TeachersPayTeachers store.

Today's Takeaways

  • Having students track their own data is empowering for them
  • When students track their own math fact fluency, they learn how to set goals and make action plans
  • Have students apply what they're learning and build conceptual understanding BEFORE you move to memorization
  • Not all math fact fluency trackers are made equally

Resources for You

And if you haven't already, join our free Facebook Group for upper elementary teachers and follow me on Instagram!

Nov 29, 202113:11
Episode 16 | How to Build and Improve Math Fact Fluency in Students

Episode 16 | How to Build and Improve Math Fact Fluency in Students

Now that you know what math fact fluency is from Episode 15, let's dive into how we can actually instill math fact fluency in our students.

In this episode, you'll learn all about my framework for math fact fluency, along with some ideas for activities and tools to use in each phase of this process. I also mention some resources I have in my store (both free and paid) that will help your students improve in their math fact fluency. And then, finally, MASTER their math facts so you can move on to other concepts!


Today's Takeaways

  • Have students apply what they're learning, before delivering direct instruction
  • After building concrete understanding, have students model and represent problems visually
  • Learning happens on a continuum!
  • Memorization is the LAST step in this process, which happens along with assessment, differentiation and reteaching

If you're brand new to using manipulatives with your students (which is common for the first 'Application' phase), I have a video on YouTube that walks teachers through how to use digital manipulatives with their students. That video specifically focuses on manipulatives for place value, but the same concepts apply!


Mentioned Resources

Free Math Fact Maze for your students to remember that anything times 0 is 0! Math Fact Maze Bundle (6s, 7s, 8s, and 9s) for $9


And if you haven't already, join our free Facebook Group for upper elementary teachers and follow me on Instagram!

Nov 22, 202118:28
Episode 15 | What is Math Fact Fluency, Anyway?

Episode 15 | What is Math Fact Fluency, Anyway?

Sure, we talk about math fact fluency all the time as teachers. But, what the heck IS math fact fluency, anyway?!

In this episode, I'm sharing what math fact fluency is, the four steps to achieving math fact fluency, and why math fact fluency is so important.

I'd love to hear YOUR thoughts on what math fluency is, and how it differs from math fact fluency! Join the conversation on Instagram by clicking here.

Today's Takeaways:

  • Math fact fluency is NOT the same as math fluency (though they're both really important!)
  • Math fact fluency needs to be a priority in 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 5th grade classroom
  • Your students CAN memorize their math facts, and actually enjoy doing it!!
  • There are four steps to building math fact fluency, and they're probably not what you think

Mentioned Resources

And if you haven't already, join our free Facebook Group for upper elementary teachers and follow me on Instagram!

Nov 15, 202119:44
Episode 14 | Best Manipulatives for Multiplication

Episode 14 | Best Manipulatives for Multiplication

In this episode, I'm sharing about the best manipulatives for multiplication in the classroom.

I'm a HUGE fan of having students explore concepts with manipulatives before they even solve problems. This really helps them to build conceptual understanding - ESPECIALLY when they're learning a more abstract concept, like place value (check Episode 13 to learn the best ways to teach place value!).

Main Takeaways from Today's Episode:

  • Use manipulatives! This makes abstract concepts more concrete for your students. 
  • Memorization of math facts isn't bad. Memorizing is the first step in long-term learning.
  • Get tools that have multiple uses. This helps you save money, and it reduces classroom clutter!
  • Use games, challenges and competitions. This makes math more fun for many kids!
  • But if those things cause kids anxiety, don't force them. I have students who get stressed when they see timers. For these kiddos, I give them extra time to think and respond! It all comes down to knowing your students.

I have a video on YouTube that walks teachers through how to use digital manipulatives with their students.

Mentioned Resources

And if you haven't already, join our free Facebook Group for upper elementary teachers and connect with me on Instagram!

Nov 08, 202113:02
Episode 13 | Best Ways to Teach Place Value

Episode 13 | Best Ways to Teach Place Value

In this episode, I'm sharing my best ways for teaching place value to 3rd grade, 4th grade and 5th grade students. I even shared some tips for using manipulatives to teach place value.


Main Takeaways from Today's Episode:


Mentioned Resources


And if you haven't already, join our free Facebook Group for upper elementary teachers and connect with me on Instagram!

Sep 20, 202118:05
Episode 12 | Teacher Burnout is Real, and You're Not Alone

Episode 12 | Teacher Burnout is Real, and You're Not Alone

Sep 16, 202116:08
Episode 11 | What's Behaviorism, and Why Should Teachers Care?

Episode 11 | What's Behaviorism, and Why Should Teachers Care?

Aug 23, 202115:54
Epsiode 10 | What is Scaffolding, and Should Teachers Be Doing It?

Epsiode 10 | What is Scaffolding, and Should Teachers Be Doing It?

On the last episode of the Learning to Love Math Podcast, I shared all about the gradual release of responsibility (more widely known as 'I Do, We Do, You Do.'). In this episode, we're talking all about scaffolding, and how 3rd-5th grade teachers can use it to help students in their upper elementary classrooms. I also share some ways I mix it up with the scaffolding model, and why it's not always best to use math vocabulary when introducing a new concept.

Main Takeaways from Today's Episode:

Mentioned Resources

Aug 16, 202116:53