In today's episode, I had the sweet pleasure of learning from Carrie Caudle. She teaches second grade in California and does improve on the side. (I'm so intrigued.) I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation. I know you will too. A Mindset for Learning: Teaching the Traits of Joyful, Independent Growth Struggly John Muir Laws Nature Journaling...
In today's episode, I talk to Laura Tomas who has been doing this work for 33 years. She also has a math podcast with Karina Cousins called Learning Through Math. (Subscribe now!) We talk about a topic that is near and dear to our hearts, and Peter's work helps us navigate this topic better. Enjoy! Learning Through Math Podcast Make Math Moments Podcast with Raj Shah Sum of It All Podcast The Imperfect and Unfinished Math Teacher Rethinking Disability and Mathematics Strengths-Based Teaching and...
In today's episode, I chat with Melissa Thibodeaux about her first-grade thinking classroom experience. It's simply impossible to walk away from this conversation feeling anything but inspired! Mathematics Task for the Thinking Classroom (green book) Wipebooks
In this episode, I chat with Randy Swift. He's a math interventionist in New York. In addition to using the BTC framework in his small groups, he supports a colleague in her thinking classroom. It's inspiring to hear how BTC is working in these two spaces. Tim Brzezinski's and Melisa McCain's work on assessment Rethinking Disability and Mathematics by Rachel Lambert Rules That Expire article Sara VanDerWerf's 100 task Modifying Your Thinking Classroom for Different Settings (Peter's blue book) T...
In this episode, I feel so blessed to chat with Amy Chang about the importance of non-curricular tasks. They help us grow the seeds of a thinking classroom. Amy offers so much insight into how to tend the garden with love and care. Enjoy! Tammy's folder of non-curricular tasks Peter's and Maegan's new book ShiftEd Podcast where Peter talks about competencies Math-ish The Imperfect and Unfinished Math Teacher by Chase Orton Non-curricular tasks from the main BTC group on Facebook...
In this episode, I talk with Noelle Hensler, who teaches second grade in New York. As she shares about her thinking classrooms, we discuss all sorts of things from perseverance to motivation to differentiation (and much more). Listen in and enjoy! Mathematics Task for the Thinking Classroom, K-5 Christina Tondevold's site Tammy's New Zealand teacher trip Abbott Elementary NCTM's Fostering Mathematical Thinking and Problem Solving Cookie Fiasco task Peter's thoughts on supporting multilingual lea...
In today's episode, I learn from Kim Rimbey, a member of Peter Liljedahl's team, an author, an inventor, a teacher, a coach, and an all around amazing person. We talk about using manipulatives in the thinking classroom, which is a welcomed and important conversation. Enjoy! Kim's email Kim's site Mastering Math Manipulatives Kim's blog posts on Corwin Meaningful Small Groups in Math Build Math Minds Podcast Teaching Student-Centered Mathematics Mathematics Tasks For the Thinking Classroom The Fi...
In this episode, I talk to two sweet mathematicians. It's such a joy to chat with them, and I hope you find it to be a joy to listen in.
In this episode, I talk to Dan LeVasseur who teaches second grade in Connecticut. He's allowing his second graders to show him what they're capable of, and it's obvious they're capable of great things. Enjoy! Think Thank Thunk Podcast Peter's and Maegan's new book Wipebooks Open Middle Collective Student Efficacy Kristen Acosta Graham Fletcher...
In this episode, I talk with two young friends. They're sweet and lovely and mathematical. Listen in. Chocolate tasks Crumbl cookie task
In today's episode, I talk to two young boys who are so endearing, kind, and funny. Our conversation had me smiling and giggling. You've got to listen in. Calendar Task Crumbl Cookie Task
In this episode, I talk with Robyn Ross who teaches first grade in Washington. She and I have a lovely conversation about her thinking classroom, and it's full of tidbits that are definitely worth hearing. Supercommunicators Mastering Math Manipulatives...
In this episode, I talk to Bonnie Brockhoff. She teaches first grade in Florida. Her story is incredibly inspiring, and our conversation is full of ideas and reflective thoughts about the thinking classroom. This is a must listen. Learning Through Math Steve Wyborney Howie Hua Sara Delano Moore Open Middle Graham Fletcher 3 Act Tasks Kristen Acosta 3 Act Tasks Next Door Numbers Task...
In today's episode, I talk to two second graders who really know what they're talking about, and they do it so sweetly. Thanks for listening to our little conversation.
In today's episode, I talk with Ashley Smith. She teaches first grade in South Carolina. She's in her first year of building a thinking classroom and has so much insight into what it's like to start this important work. Graham Fletcher's Workshop Steve Wyborney's Site Pam Harris' Site Think Thank Thunk Podcast...
In today's episode, I talk with Robyn Tedesco, a math coach from Connecticut. She's got a math lab in her school that you're going to want to hear about. Her work is so inspiring!
In this episode, I chat with Elizabeth Wallace. She's a math coach at Santa Clara University in California. She also uses the Building Thinking Classrooms framework in her son's third-grade class once a week. What a cool opportunity to hear from her in this episode. Enjoy! The Five Practices in Practice Tammy's lesson plan template Wipebooks Tammy's mathematical practices student self-assessment Tammy's mathematical practices sheet for parents K-2 BTC Facebook 3-5 BTC Facebook...
In today's episode, I talk with Stephanie Goodman who teaches first grade in California. I'm so glad I get to share our conversation with all of you. Prepare to feel inspired and encouraged. UFLI
In today's episode, I'm so fortunate to chat and learn from Ann Elise Record, a math consultant from New Hampshire. She's been doing an amazing work in math education for several years now, and she's a generous and kind wealth of knowledge. Enjoy! Ann Elise's Site Ann Elise's Facebook Fluency Doesn't Just Happen With Addition And Subtraction Fluency Doesn't Just Happen With Multiplication And Division Christina Tondevold Dr. Nicki Newton Math Running Records Math Running Records Facebook Page Do...
In today's episode, I'm delighted to talk with Jen Brown. She teaches first grade in Georgia, and it's obvious that her students are very blessed to have a teacher like her, who leaves room for their thinking. Listen, learn, and be inspired. Peter's and Maegan's new book
In today's episode, I talk with two first graders about our thinking classroom. I think this conversation is rather sweet but also enlightening. Enjoy.
In today's episode, I get to talk with Meredith McCarthy, a second-grade teacher in Virginia. This chat is packed to the brim with nuggets that I think all elementary thinking classroom teachers should hear. It's an honor to learn from and with Meredith. Choral Counting & Counting Collections Ruthless Equity Graham Fletcher's 3 Act Tasks Kristen Acosta's 3 Act Tasks Tammy's planning template Tammy's collection of Steve Wyborney tasks The Sum of it All Podcast...
In today's episode, I talk with Tara Hess, who teaches second grade in Colorado. Her passion for teaching, learning, and the thinking classroom is obvious. It's a pleasure to hear her talk about how BTC has allowed all of her 27 students to thrive. They are lucky to have her. The 5 Practices Pam Harris Hand2Mind Webinar With Peter Youtube Conversation With Peter The Art of Questioning Tara's Student Self-Assessment Rubric...
In this episode, I talk with Mel Hisko. She teaches second grade in Ontario, Canada. She has some wise advice for all of us who are building our own thinking classrooms and what she says about unlearning old practices truly resonates. I loved this conversation and think you will too. Open Middle Tasks Steve Wyborney's Tasks Would You Rather Tasks Wipebooks...
In today's episode, I talk with the amazing Maegan Giroux about her kindergarten thinking classroom. Her stories and wisdom will invite you into her space and give you hope that a kindergarten thinking classroom is doable and worth building. Think Thank Thunk Peter's and Maegan's new book
In this episode, I talk with Nicole Medina and Diann Christensen about what worked in their thinking classroom spaces in 2023. I think we came up with a total of 19 things that worked. That's a lot to celebrate! Emily P. Freeman Podcast Peter's new book The Five Practices BTC Conference in Arizona Keep Indiana Learning...
In today's episode, I chat with a few young mathematical friends of mine who have some insights to share about the thinking classroom Enjoy!
In today's episode, I talk with Alison Fox Mazzola who is a K-8 math coach in California. She so beautifully shares how the mathematical practices are naturally embedded within the thinking classroom. Be prepared to love every word. Alison's website
In this episode, I talk with Sasha Wise who teaches grades 5/6 in Vancouver, British Columbia. Sasha speaks to the magic of her thinking classroom, and she has some insightful thoughts about messiness. Listen in and see what I mean.
In this episode, I talk with Tracey Bleakley who teaches first grade in Texas. Our conversation touches on several topics, from consolidation to student teachers to how she modifies tasks from the curriculum to fit her thinking classroom. It's a pleasure to chat with her about her thinking classroom journey. Obvious to you. Amazing to others. - Derek Silvers
