In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on March 11, 2026. 

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What does the day-to-day of a math is figureoutable classroom look like? In this episode, Pam and Kim discuss the new book for teachers of Grades 3-5 to transform their teaching. 

Talking Points:

• New book release for Grades 3-5!
• Development of Mathematical Reasoning
• Additive Reasoning
• Multiplicative Reasoning
• Problem String walkthroughs and videos
• Rich tasks, routines, models and modeling
• Next steps for teachers, specific to their needs and experience

Shark Metaphor Podcast episode: Ep 245: Three Distortions that Ruin Math Teaching

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In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on March 4, 2026. 

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Using strategies to solve problems sounds good, but what if my students don't know the basics? In this episode, Pam and Kim dispel the myth that "the basics" needed for mimicking algorithms are the same as the fundamentals for math-ing.

Talking Points

• The limitations of rote memorization and the benefits of strategic thinking
• The challenges of shifting away from traditional math teaching methods
• Redefining what constitutes "basic math knowledge"
• "The basics" needed for mimicking algorithms are not the same as "the basics" for math-ing.
• Students need to understand underlying properties and relationships rather than isolated facts
• Putting algorithms before reasoning gatekeeps who gets to reason

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In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on February 25, 2026. 

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What does it take to make real change in a school's math program? In this episode, Pam and Kim share what does and doesn't work to make lasting, systemic change in mathematics teaching for schools and school districts.

Talking Points:

• Teachers should not have to be expert teachers and expert curriculum writers at the same time.
• Good curriculum change alone is not enough
• Lock-step plans backfire 
• Teachers need math-ing experiences
• Teachers need to analyze mathematics for teaching
• Teachers need bite-off-able tasks
• Gradual, differentiated shifts over time last
• Get in touch with us to make lasting impact in your schools at https://www.mathisfigureoutable.com//solution

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In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on February 18, 2026. 

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It's great to learn from other educators. In this episode, Pam and Kim relay their experience at NCTM Spring 2026, giving their unique perspective of modern teaching trends.

Talking Points:

• The need to define the terms curriculum, resources, scope and sequence, standards, content
• Clarity before competence 
• Mathematics as both a noun and a verb
• Caution around "research" and the "science of math" 
• The micro-routine "Interpret with Intention"
• Different types of strategies

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In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on February 11, 2026. 

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How can you tweak a Problem String to work perfectly for your class? In this episode, Pam and Kim share a subtraction Problem String, and then unpack what changes they'd make for different audiences.

Talking Points:

• A subtraction Problem String with the Over strategy
• The purpose of "what could a Helper be"?
• When to provide a Helper problem
• Adult-ish Problem Strings can cover more content
• Making a Problem String appropriate for your grade level

Link to blog: Differentiating Problem Strings for Your Grade Level

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