Small groups are often where the aha moments happen. Students sometimes need just a few more practice problems before the concept sticks, which is why small groups are so important. Now that you know how to differentiate and scaffold math centers (from Episodes 10-12), you might wonder what type of activities to use.

In this week’s episode, I share 6 of my favorite activities to use in small groups, some of which are ideal for differentiation, and others that are just as effective but with more of a fun factor…because you gotta have a mix of both! I also share suggestions for what skills you can pair them with and simple ways to increase engagement.

Topics include:

1. Task Cards
2. Writing Leveled Question Sets on the Board
3. Writing Leveled Question Sets within a 3-Column Table
4. Matching Activities (with and without themes)
5. Sorting Activities (plus ideas for extension activities)
6. 4-Section Activity Mats (perfect for review!)

You’ll also hear a helpful tip for YouTube videos to prevent ads from ever appearing in the Teaching Tip of the Week.

Dice Sets Mentioned:

12-sided dice

Place Value Dice

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Activity Mats Mentioned:

Rounding Activity Mat

Factors and Multiples Activity Mat

Area and Perimeter Activity Mat

Add and Subtract Word Problems Activity Mat

Matching Activities Mentioned:

Multiplication Milk and Cookies Match: Basic Facts

Multiplication Milk and Cookies Match: 2 x 1 Digit

Multiplication Milk and Cookies Match: 3 x 1 Digit

Multiplication Milk and Cookies Match: 4 x 1 Digit

Multiplication Milk and Cookies Match: Bundle

Partial Product Multiplication: Eggs and Bacon Match

To view the show notes with the full transcript, head to https://krejcicreations.com/episode13.

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