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I have been a teaching principal in a small rural school for the last 3 years. Before this I have over 10 years teaching experience teaching students ranging in age 5 through to 12 and have loved every minute. “Students are engaged, motivated and keen to succeed. They take responsibility for their learning and increasingly know about themselves as learners. They stay on task, work well together and help each other. Positive and respectful interactions between students underpin learning”. Educ

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I have been a teaching principal in a small rural school for the last 3 years. Before this I have over 10 years teaching experience teaching students ranging in age 5 through to 12 and have loved every minute. “Students are engaged, motivated and keen to succeed. They take responsibility for their learning and increasingly know about themselves as learners. They stay on task, work well together and help each other. Positive and respectful interactions between students underpin learning”. Educ
Types of Angles Poster A3 Wall Display
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Types of Angles Poster A3 Wall Display

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This high quality poster is ideal for your classroom wall, bulletin board or math display. It makes a great anchor for students (and teacher) to refer to. I have included 4 designs with different colored tittles to fit your room decor. Angle definitions and examples on the poster are: Acute, Right, Obtuse, Straight, reflex, Full, Adjacent, Complementary, supplementary and vertical. Enjoy.
CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! Fractions at War
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CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! Fractions at War

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This CSI themed Math Murder Mystery activity will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve fraction problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing the activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person is left. This case includes Clue 1: Fractions of a number e.g. 1/3 of 24. Clue 2: Comparison of fraction size. Clue 3: Addition of fractions Clue 4: Converting improper fractions to proper fractions. Clue 5: Simplifying fractions. Answer sheets are included
STEM Introduction Pack
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STEM Introduction Pack

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This STEM Introduction Pack is a great way to introduce your class to STEM challenges and activities. It includes all you need from Student Roles, Posters, Displays, Experiments and of course Challenges. This pack can also be used to extend what you already have in your class. This pack includes: STEM Rotating Starship: A Science and Engineering Challenge. STEM Rotating Starship: A Science and Engineering Challenge. STEM Rotating Starship: A Science and Engineering Challenge. STEM Paperclip Boat: A Science and Engineering Challenge. STEM Water Drop Race: A Science and Engineering Challenge. STEM Zooming Paper Dory: A Science and Engineering Challenge. Enjoy
CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! Zombie Apocalypse Grade 4-6
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CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! Zombie Apocalypse Grade 4-6

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This CSI zombie themed math murder mystery will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve Multiplication, Division, Addition and Subtraction problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing the activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person is left. Who is it? This case includes Clue 1: Multiplying decimals (place value) Clue 2: Multiplication of 10’s, and 100’s (eg 600 x 60) Clue 3: Multiplication of 2 digit numbers Clue 4: Addition of numbers with 2 decimal places Clue 5: Addition of deciamls Answer sheets are included
Matariki - Mu Torere (A Traditional Maori Board Game)
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Matariki - Mu Torere (A Traditional Maori Board Game)

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Mu torere is said to be the only native board game of the Maori. It is played on the points and centre of an 8-pointed star, by two players with four pieces each. The object of the game is to block your opponent so they cannot move. Mu Torere is the perfect game to celebrate Matariki, or Waitangi Day, especially if it is raining. I also put the boards in my math game area for my math rotations and early finishers. I have included 2 different game boards. First ,the traditional star board and the other being more of a wheel design (My students seem to prefer this one) Further I have included some counters for it (Or just use your plastic ones). Oh yes I have included instructions on how to play. Simply print, cut and laminate for a long lasting resource. I laminate the game board on one side and the instructions on the other.
ASCII Code to Binary Secret Codes
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ASCII Code to Binary Secret Codes

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These ASCII Secret Codes are perfect to help students learn how to encrypt and decrypt binary messages as well as understand binary code. They are great at engaging your students with problem solving and help support your stem teaching. Included in this resource are - Writing your name in Binary - Two secret messages (2 versions normal and challenging) - Answers have been included
Escape Room: Easter Egg Hunt Math Mystery (Spring)
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Escape Room: Easter Egg Hunt Math Mystery (Spring)

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Students love Escape Rooms and Easter. Combine them and it is a hit. Capture their imagination with this escape room and get the students excited for learning. A perfect way to celebrate Easter and Spring. This Easter Escape Room can work for both individuals and groups. I typically print off the clues in color, laminate them for durability, and scatter them around the room. I place the students in groups of 2-4. The students work their way around the clues solving them and putting the answers on the students page (which I double side, as it has the story on one side and a space for the answers on the other). When they have finished they check back in with the teacher to confirm if they are correct. I typically give them an Easter Egg at this stage (but that is up to you). The Story: You have turned up at school and your lovely teacher has bought an Easter egg each for the whole class!! The whole class cheers in anticipation of the chocolate goodness. As the teacher reaches into their basket they discover it is empty of Easter eggs . In its place is a safe which requires a numbered code to open. Next to the safe are 10 clues. Solve the clues to reveal the code so that you can discover what is in the safe. The Puzzles: Puzzle 1: A grid logic puzzle Puzzle 2: A cryptogram Puzzle 3: 4 digit addition and subtraction problems Puzzle 4: Following Directions Puzzle 5: Reading charts and graphs Puzzle 6: Multiple single digit addition and subtraction Puzzle 7: Hundreds Board with multiples, addition and subtraction Puzzle 8: Algebra Puzzle Puzzle 9: Addition hexagon Puzzle 10: Addition circles Enjoy and please remember to follow me by clicking the following link to easily find my latest resources and receive discounts.
CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Who Stole Time  - Telling the Time
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CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Who Stole Time - Telling the Time

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This CSI themed telling the time activity will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing the activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person is left. Who Stole Time? This case includes: Clue 1: Converting form analogue to digital Clue 2: Addition and subtraction of time Clue 3: Addition and subtraction of time Clue 4: Reading a clock face Clue 5: Counting up in 15 minute intervals Answers are included Please remember to follow me. Enjoy
STEM Paper Chain Race: An Engineering and Math Challenge
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STEM Paper Chain Race: An Engineering and Math Challenge

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This STEM challenge is fantastic way to bring your class together in a fun and engaging environment. The students are required to build paper chains for as long as they can with the resources given. They need to record their results and graph them. This pack includes both engineering and statistics in it and has everything you need. Just print and go. SCIENCE: Students will use skills in the scientific method: observing, communicating, comparing, organizing, and relating. TECHNOLOGY: Students can document learning through the use of digital technology. ENGINEERING: Students will devise and implement a strategy to construct a chain link system. MATH: Students will explore measurement, graphing, statistics, patterns, and build mathematical knowledge through problem solving Enjoy
Escape Room: Fortnite: The Supply Drop Math Mystery
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Escape Room: Fortnite: The Supply Drop Math Mystery

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Students love Escape Rooms and Fortnite. Combine them and it is a hit. Capture their imagination with this escape room and get the students excited for learning. This Fortnite Escape Room can work for both individuals and groups. I typically print off the clues in color, laminate them for durability, and scatter them around the room. I place the students in groups of 2-4. The students work their way around the clues solving them and putting the answers on the students page (which I double side, as it has the story on one side and a space for the answers on the other). When they have finished they check back in with the teacher to confirm if they are correct. I typically give them a chocolate at this stage (but that is up to you) The Story: As the storm finishes closing in you decide to check your supplies before heading off again. You notice your supplies are running low. You need to find gear quickly. You hear the familiar beeping sound that signifies a supply drop is about to occur. Looking up at the sky you begin searching for the weather balloon that will have a supply crate attached to it. Spotting the supply crate, you watch it fall gradually to the ground. Everybody knows, that seeing a loot crate is one thing, getting to it and opening it is another. What? This supply crate is locked! Solve the clues to reveal the code so that you can discover what loot is in the crate. The Puzzles: Puzzle 1: A grid logic puzzle Puzzle 2: A cryptogram Puzzle 3: 4 digit addition and subtraction problems Puzzle 4: Following Directions Puzzle 5: Reading charts and graphs Puzzle 6: Multiple single digit addition and subtraction Puzzle 7: Hundreds Board with multiples, addition and subtraction Puzzle 8: Algebra Puzzle Puzzle 9: Addition hexagon Puzzle 10: Addition circles Enjoy and please remember to follow me by clicking the following link to easily find my latest resources and receive discounts.
CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! The Mad Scientist #2 (x3 and x4 times tables)
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CSI Math Murder Mystery - HELP! The Mad Scientist #2 (x3 and x4 times tables)

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The Mad Scientist has struck again!!! He has now turned all of the classes apple computers into actual apples. This CSI themed math murder mystery will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve Multiplication and Division problems and puzzles. This mystery is based on their times tables only and focuses on students x3 and x4 times tables. Students narrow down the possible options by completing the activities and marking them off from the ingredient list until one potion is left. Can you save the teachers? This case includes Clue 1: ÷4 division cryptogram activity Clue 2: x3 times tables multiplication maze Clue 3: ÷3 division true or false puzzle Clue 4: x3 and x4 times tables multiplication word problems Clue 5: x3 and x4 times tables activity Answer sheets are included
Centimeter and Meter Sorting Cards
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Centimeter and Meter Sorting Cards

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With this resource students will be able to demonstrate their mastery and understanding of measuring in both centimeters and meters. There are 20 sorting cards for students to place and group with the most appropriate measurement. Students can either put the cards in a group together or record their findings on the recording sheet. If you would like the students to self mark, I have also included a marking sheet. This activity is perfect in a math center, individual or group work.
Multiple Maze Factors to 12
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Multiple Maze Factors to 12

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These factor mazes are great activities that your students will enjoy and provide a fun way for your students to learn their timetables. There are 11 mazes included (up to x12, but not 1)) where students find the path to the finish line by following the correct factors. Answer keys are included.
CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Zombie Raid Year 4
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CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Zombie Raid Year 4

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Zombies are taking over. Run! This CSI themed Math Murder Mystery is sure to capture your student imagination by taking them on a journey to solve problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing the activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person is left. The problems in this math mystery focus on Grade Four “Operations & Algebraic Thinking” and “Number & Operations in Base Ten”. This case includes Clue 1: Multiplication problems up to 12. Clue 2: Division problems up to 12 Clue 3: Addition of 4-digit numbers with regrouping. Clue 4: Subtraction of 4-digit numbers with regrouping. Clue 5: Recall of basic facts addition and subtraction Answer sheets are included
CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Alien Invasion
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CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Alien Invasion

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Your school principal has been abducted by aliens in this CSI themed Math Murder Mystery activity will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing the activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person/animal is left. The problems in this math mystery focus on Grade Two “Operations & Algebraic Thinking” and “Number & Operations in Base Ten”. his case includes Clue 1: Addition up to 20. Clue 2: Adding and subtracting single digit numbers. Clue 3: Addition of 2-digit numbers with regrouping. Clue 4: Rounding to the nearest 10’s Clue 5: Addition up to 20, Making 20 Answer sheets are included Enjoy and please remember to follow me by clicking the following link to easily find my latest resources and receive discounts.
CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Zombie Attack
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CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Zombie Attack

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This CSI themed Math Murder Mystery activity will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing the activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person/animal is left. The problems in this math mystery focus on Grade Three “Operations & Algebraic Thinking” and “Number & Operations in Base Ten”. This case includes Clue 1: Multiply 1-digit whole numbers by multiples of 10 in the range of 10-90 Clue 2: Dividing up to 10 times-tables. Clue 3: Adding 3-digit numbers with regrouping. Clue 4:Rounding to the nearest 10’s Clue 5: Dividing up to 10 times-tables Answer sheets are included
Mini Math Mystery - Adding and Subtracting Integers
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Mini Math Mystery - Adding and Subtracting Integers

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Mini Math Mysteries are engaging math activities that are designed to be done in one class period. There are 5 x Math Mysteries in this pack. At the top of each page is a story to set the scene of the mystery, students then answer 16 questions to narrow down the suspects and options until they have solved these daily math questions. This resource contains 5 x Color Addition and Subtraction Integers math mysteries 5 x Black and White versions of the same mysteries 5 x Answer pages 1 x Teacher instruction page for a print and go activity These Adding and Subtracting Integers worksheets provides an opportunity to practice mathematical skills as well as problem solving skills in a more practical context and focused on positive and negative numbers. The high interest topics in these mysteries are also highly motivating for this age group and will capture their imagination. These math mysteries are designed for sixth, seventh and eighth grade students. Could also be used with struggling ninth grade students that need a little extra work and reinforcement . I also leave some of the mysteries for my sub teacher. Math Mysteries are an independent escape room (or crack the code) type of activity where instead of using locks, students identify suspects with puzzles and word problems . This mystery is perfect all year round, start of school, end of year and any season. (fall, spring, summer and winter). Also great for Halloween, Christmas and Easter time.
CSI Math Murder Mystery - Fortnite Edition
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CSI Math Murder Mystery - Fortnite Edition

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This CSI Fortnite themed math murder mystery will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve Multiplication, Division, Addition and Subtraction problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing the activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person is left. Who stole the lunch? This case includes Clue 1: Division Maze Clue 2: Multiplication of 10’s, 100’s and 1000’s Clue 3: Multiplication up to x12 Clue 4: Addition of 4-digit numbers Clue 5: Addition and Subtraction Snake Answer sheets are included
CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Geometry Wars - Perimeter and Area
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CSI: Math Murder Mystery - Geometry Wars - Perimeter and Area

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This CSI themed Math Murder Mystery activity will engage students by taking them on a journey to solve perimeter and area problems and puzzles. Students narrow down the suspects by completing the activities and marking them off from the suspect list until one person is left. There are two versions. One in American Customary and the other in Metric. This case includes Clue 1: Correct calculation for perimeter and area. Clue 2: Perimeter of various shapes. Clue 3: Calculate the missing length from the perimeter. Clue 4: Area of quadrilaterals Clue 5: Area maze Answer sheets are included
Stem Poster
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Stem Poster

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An A4 Poster for your STEM wall displays Science Technology Engineering Mathematics See my other STEM offers.... * STEM Student Role Cards and Posters * STEM Wall Display Title A4 and A3 version included