Meeting every 5th grader’s math needs means moving beyond one-size-fits-all lessons. Differentiation, flexible grouping, and targeted interventions help bridge gaps and challenge advanced learners.

I’ve shared my response in an Ed Week Teacher article that I’ve co-authored with my colleague, Katie Hull Sypnieski. It’s titled “The Five By Five Approach To Differentiation Success.” I’ll limit my ...

Math talks and structured routines are becoming a go-to strategy for boosting student engagement and deepening understanding in upper elementary classrooms. By creating predictable, interactive spaces ...