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Anchor charts have always been one of the most popular topics here on the blog, probably because I’m so passionate about using and sharing them. As a newer teacher, I wasn’t sure exactly how to use them. We’d often create anchor charts once and then never use them again, which kiiiind of defeats the purpose of an “anchor” chart that’s designed to hold student learning and serve as a reference point for the entire unit (or sometimes entire year!).
Now we create anchor charts together as a class and actually use them . I typically have one dedicated section of wall space for reading and writing anchor charts and one dedicated section for math anchor charts. I have found it’s best to invest in Post-It Note Anchor Chart Paper (Amazon affiliate link) and hang layers of anchor charts throughout specific units, which we can then flip back to as-needed. As often as I can, I make the anchor charts interactive, like this cause and effect anchor chart and my literal and inferential anchor charts .
Math Anchor Chart Templates and Quick Reference Guides
Don’t worry if you aren’t sure exactly what to put on your anchor charts. I have shared many examples here on the blog, as well as Instagram . Pinterest is always a great source too! But to make things even easier on you, I have this complete collection of math anchor charts and quick reference guides to use with your students during math lessons. Each one is inspired by the well-loved anchor charts I have featured on my blog for years and includes visuals, step-by-step directions, and more so you’re ready to create beautiful anchor charts in third, fourth, and fifth grades. There are 51 templates to cover 19 introductory math skills and 34 advanced math skills !
Free Quick Reference Guides
Don’t need the WHOLE anchor chart quite yet? Here are two totally free math quick reference guides to download that include tons of quick reviews of many math topics. There are two different versions… one that is great for third grade and one that is perfect for 4th and 5th grade! I love to have these on hand during math warm-ups, math workshops, etc. so that if students need a quick reminder, it is right at their fingertips. These aren’t nearly as detailed as the anchor charts, but they’re super useful! This quick reference guide also includes multiple skills on one page whereas the main anchor charts have one skill per page.
Other Ways To Use Math Anchor Charts
In addition to creating anchor charts together, students can glue the templates into their interactive notebooks and take notes during lessons.
These templates are also great to turn into booklets and use as quick reference guides all year long. They make great companions for Math Skill of the Day Weekly Journals in 3rd , 4th , or 5th grades .
If you don’t want each student to have a reference booklet, you can also print the anchor charts in black ink on colorful paper to use as mini anchor charts for centers during math workshop.
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10 Best Math Anchor Charts for Elementary School Classrooms
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Math anchor charts are one of the most powerful teaching strategies in my classroom. My goal with an anchor chart is to help students understand, visualize, and memorize how to solve math problems and understand math concepts.
I wholeheartedly believe that anchor charts work. Time and time again during tests, I see students looking towards the walls where my anchor charts would hang when trying to answer math questions.
As such, I want to share with you some of my top math anchor charts.
What is a math anchor chart?
This is an important question you may have if you’ve never heard of anchor charts before. A math anchor chart helps to “anchor” students’ learning when tackling new concepts. Created together with teacher and student, the anchor chart is a visual reminder for students that covers both the topic and relevant problem-solving strategies. I find that having anchor charts supports my teaching and help students organize their thoughts better.
For example, a rounding anchor chart will remind students of place value and what rounding is and then may display some important strategies to use when rounding numbers.
How To Make An Anchor Chart With Your Students
I’ve found the best way to solidify a math concept for students is to create the anchor chart with them during class. If they’re engaged in the process, they will retain the information better.
If you’re a perfectionist like I am, you can create an anchor chart with your students first. Then, when they’ve gone home for the day, you can make a prettier one all on your own to hang on the wall.
My Best Math Anchor Charts
Here are some of my favorite anchor charts over the years. (Since I have taught both third and fifth-grade math, there are some third-grade math anchor charts and some fifth-grade math anchor charts.)
1. Multiplying Decimals Anchor Chart
There are four easy steps:
- Round your numbers and find the product for a reasonable estimate.
- Multiply your numbers without the decimal point.
- Check your estimate. Put your comma in a reasonable place.
- Double-check the placement of your decimal point.
This decimal multiplication anchor chart has helped my students tremendously. My students kept jumping ahead by multiplying their numbers and then randomly placing the decimal. This helps them to slow down a little and actually understand the concept of decimal multiplication.
2. Adding and Subtracting Fractions Anchor Chart
Steps for adding and subtraction fractions with like or unlike denominators:
- Find the least common denominator and rewrite the fractions.
- Add or subtract the numerators.
- Leave the denominator the same.
- Simplify if possible.
These steps on my fractions anchor chart allowed my students to master adding and subtracting fractions easily. Definitely a great go-to when reinforcing those few basic skills.
3. Rounding Decimals Anchor Chart-5th Grade
This rounding anchor chart for fifth graders teaches the students to:
- Mark your place, look next door.
- 5 or greater, add one more.
- The numbers in the front stay the same.
- Numbers behind zeroes their name.
This anchor chart is almost the same chart I used for my third graders . Remembering these little rhymes helps them to remember the process of rounding. In addition to rounding, I like to refer back to this for place value.
4. Rounding Whole Numbers Anchor Chart- 3rd Grade
Very similar to the above fifth-grade math anchor chart, here’s my third-grade math rounding anchor chart . When teaching rounding to third graders, you can never go wrong with a visual. The good-ole roller coaster analogy is the best.
5. Multi-Digit Multiplication Anchor Chart: Multiplying 3 digits by 2 digits
Here are the steps I recommend on this multiplication anchor chart :
- Multiply the number in the ones place by all top numbers.
- Add the 0 to hold your place.
- Multiply the tens place by all top numbers.
- Add the numbers.
At the beginning of the year, my students struggled with multiplying. Once again, creating a list of steps helped them the most. By having this hung up all year, they were able to refer back to it. By the time the STAAR test came around, they had all of the steps memorized.
6. Divisibility Rules Anchor Chart : Will I Have A Remainder?
Here are some of these divisibility rules on this math anchor chart .
- 2: if the number is even
- 3: if the sum of the digits is divisible by 3
- 4: if the last 2 digits are divisible by 4
- 5: if the last digit is a 0 or 5
- 6: if the number is divisible by 2 and 3
- 9: if the sum of the digits is divisible by 9
- 10: if the last digit is a 0
This is always great to have around. Believe it or not, I use these divisibility rules daily. If you can get your kids to remember these rules, division could be a lot easier for them.
7. FAST Problem Solving Chart
The acronym FAST stands for facts, action, solve, and thinking.
FAST problem solving can be a great way to get your students writing in the classroom. I don’t necessarily think this anchor chart is showing the best strategy for your kids to solve every problem. However, for those struggling learners, this is a great way for them to get the process of problem-solving going.
8. Units of Measurement Anchor Chart
This measurement math anchor chart asks two questions.
- What units measure liquid (capacity)?
- What units measure weight (mass)?
My students always struggled the most with remembering what each unit measured. This anchor chart is a great way for the kids to associate which units measure capacity and which ones measure weight.
9. TEKS Objectives Displayed
Holding my students accountable has become a breeze by having this TEKS anchor chart in my classroom. (TEKS are our learning standards here in Texas.) The students can see exactly what they are responsible for learning and knowing. We refer to these every day throughout our lessons and our learning targets.
I have this as a part of my classroom data wall .
10. Proactive Language to Motivate Math Students
This proactive language anchor chart is by far my favorite anchor chart I have ever created. I was to the point where I was so frustrated with the language my students were using in the classroom. Once I began the talk of proactive language, not only did my students’ attitude change, but their test scores changed as well.
Honorable Mention Math Anchor Charts
Two anchor charts didn’t make it into my top 10, but I still think they’re worth sharing.
Area and Perimeter Anchor Chart
This isn’t one of my most inventive anchor charts, so I’m not including it in my top 10 math anchor charts. However, I do think this area and perimeter anchor chart can help certain students who are struggling to understand the concept.
Classroom Rules – “10 Rules of Math” Anchor Chart
Since this isn’t as much an anchor chart as a clever display of my classroom rules, it doesn’t make the top 10. However, having classroom rules is important in any classroom, math or not.
And that’s it! What other math anchor charts do you like in your elementary school classroom?
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Math Anchor Charts
Math anchor charts can be used to support independence and facilitate student self-regulation. Three types of math anchor charts are commonly seen in classrooms: procedural, process, and strategy.
Procedural anchor charts help reinforce the teaching of classroom routines and procedures. Examples of procedural anchor charts include how to pack away math center materials at the end of a session, how to log on to an online math game using the classroom laptops, or procedures for how to turn in homework.
Process anchor charts remind students of how to work through a process. These often focus on new math content or concepts such as how to solve a division problem using an area model or how to multiply a fraction by a whole number.
Strategy anchor charts support students in developing strategic behaviors. For example, a strategy chart for a multiplication unit may include multiple strategies to solve a multiplication problem or focus in on one particular strategy.
Student-sized copies of process and strategy anchor charts can be used to scaffold learning. These can be stored in a math tool kit or pasted into student notebooks so that they are readily accessible at all times. These should also be shared with interventionists who work with students so that consistent vocabulary, strategies and models are used school-wide.
Both process and strategy anchor charts can provide a source of visual reference to support student thinking, reasoning and problem solving. A good math anchor chart:
- has a single focus
- reflects recent math lessons needing support and scaffolding
- helps students remember the process of a skill or strategy
- supports the development of precise math language
- is organized and accurate
- is temporary in nature
After a chart has been introduced it should be positioned where students can make use of it and revisited several times over the next few days to remind students to refer to it as needed. Having charts positioned where students can easily see them will increase the likelihood of them being used. Having too many charts up at one time may be overwhelming for students. Math anchor charts should always reflect the current unit of study and be removed once students are secure with the content.
Take a moment to reflect on the math anchor charts in your classroom:
- Are your students using them?
- Which ones have been up for too long?
- Which ones could you remove without your students even noticing?
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How To Use Anchor Charts For Math In The Classroom and Virtually
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How can you easily provide extra math support for students both in the classroom and virtually? With anchor charts for math!
Anchor charts are tools that support students with the instruction they receive in class.
In a brick and mortar classroom, they are primarily created on chart paper and hung up for students to reference.
But how can anchor charts be used in the classroom? In this post, I’ll walk you through how to use anchor charts for math with students in a virtual and brick and mortar classroom.
Important Notes about Anchor Charts
First, let’s talk about how to effectively use anchor charts for math whether they are on paper or digital.
When teachers create an anchor chart it is best practice, in my opinion, to create the bare bones of the chart beforehand. For any skill you’re teaching, write the title, the definition or explanation, and the problems that the kids will solve.
During the lesson, students guide the teacher in completing the anchor chart by solving the problems.
Kids are more likely to refer to anchor charts when they have helped create it.
When I hang up a completed anchor chart during a unit, I take a picture of the anchor chart for students to glue into their notebooks. This gives them access to the chart all year so that when it gets taken down they can still reference it.
How to Use Anchor Charts for Math in Distance Learning
If you teach in a virtual classroom, you can still create anchor charts for math. They can either be created in Google Slides or in Microsoft PowerPoint.
Since it’s virtual you’ll want completed anchor charts as well as anchor charts for the kids to complete
Next, you’ll add a slide or two for kids to practice working on the skill on their own. You’ll add text boxes, shapes, or images for the students to fill in and manipulate on the chart.
Make a master copy of the anchor chart presentation so that you have a back-up saved. Then name the student copy and get the share link if you made the presentation in Google Slides.
Finally, assign the anchor charts on the platform you use for virtual teaching. You can choose to have kids submit the completed anchor charts so you can see if they are understanding the material.
Using Interactive Anchor Charts for Math in the Face-to-Face Classroom
If you teach face-to-face you can still use the same interactive anchor charts for math. You can display the anchor charts on the screen if you are able to project your computer screen. Then work through the slides as a whole group.
They’re also perfect for absent students because they can still receive the instruction they missed. If a student misses a day of instruction where you taught with an anchor chart , you can assign them the interactive version.
Another effective use for virtual anchor charts for math is to provide extra support to struggling students.
I should note that you’ll need to have the kids set up on a digital platform like Google Classroom.
The absent student can work through the anchor chart slides and get the same lesson they missed.
If you have struggling students, assign them an anchor slide presentation for the skill they are having trouble with. They can get this added support to work on either during independent work time or at home for extra practice.
Tips for Virtual Anchor Charts
-Create the slides with text and images you don’t want students to accidentally delete or move. Next save those slides as images and import them as the background in a new presentation. Then add the text boxes, shapes or images that you want students to fill in or move.
-Create all of your anchor chart slides in one presentation at the same time. This will save you from having to create a new anchor chart slide every time you are teaching a new skill. You can save it as a master copy and then create a second copy where you delete the slides you don’t need for a particular skill.
Anchor charts for math are effective in both the classroom and for distance learning. If you create any or use them in your classroom I’d love to hear about them in the comments below.
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Math Wheels for Note-taking?
Using Math Anchor Charts and Bulletin Boards to Empower Students
In the bustling world of teaching, I often marvel at the dedication of educators who draw detailed anchor charts. I admit I’ve fallen down the Pinterest rabbit hole many times. I can’t tell you the countless ideas I have pinned only to forget about them when the unit comes around. Out of sight, out of mind kind of thing. When I do recall math anchor chart ideas, a wave of stress crashes over me as I think about the time-consuming process. First, you have to prep before class, then the pacing during the lesson, and then there is the potential repetition for multiple classes. The struggle is real.
It was during one late-night brainstorming session, the kind that strikes at 3 AM, that I experienced my “a-ha!” moment. What if, instead of reinventing the math anchor chart wheel each time, I could streamline the process? The solution was simple yet transformative. I decided to enlarge my math wheels into poster size! Now, my students and I have matching note-taking graphic organizers, ensuring they can easily follow along during the lessons. They also serve as a reference tool on our bulletin board, ready to guide us through each unit.
What are the Math Wheels I Am Using for Math Anchor Charts?
Math wheels will become your new favorite way to jazz up math notes in upper elementary and middle school! It can be disheartening to see our students tuning out during note time. Making everything engaging can be a struggle, though. I’ve been in your shoes many times, and that’s why I created Math Wheels!
Using Math Wheels is a unique note-taking method that adds excitement to your teaching toolkit. These math wheels let students write notes, add visuals and color, and apply their notes immediately to the practice problems. No more snooze-worthy math notes!
My students actually don’t mind taking notes anymore because these math wheels chunk the math concept into manageable pieces. They see that math can be approachable and achievable, which encourages them to take risks. Having the chance to add a visual or color helps them to retain and retrieve the steps or information more easily.
Because my students have enjoyed having these reference visual aids in the binders, it made all the sense to me to enlarge them into math anchor charts to fill out with them at the moment! In the end, they have a copy in their binders and have a larger version on our math bulletin board.
Learn more about the specifics of math wheels for note-taking by reading Transform Your Upper Elementary or Middle School Math Class With This Unique Note-Taking Method !
How to Enlarge the Math Wheels into Math Anchor Charts
You might be thinking this sounds like a great idea, but how can I make these math anchor charts? When figuring out the printing, I ran to the person in the building who had a solution and answer to everything. My school secretary! Maybe for you in your building, it’s the teacher down the hall, admin, or tech person. But here are my tips for 2 ways you can enlarge the math wheel into a poster.
The Copy Machine
First, you’ll want to select the math wheel that suits your current lesson or unit. Make sure to visit my TPT store for pages of math wheels that cover all types of topics ! Once you’ve got the perfect wheel in hand, head over to the copier. Most copiers allow you to enlarge documents. Simply adjust the settings to blow up your math wheel to the desired poster size. You may have to do some experimenting to get the sizing correct based on the copier you have at school. But once you have it figured out, you can use the same settings again and again.
The Printer
If you don’t want to try your hand at the copier, then try printing the math wheel as a poster directly from Adobe. When you open the Math Wheel pdf in Adobe you have a variety of printing options right at your fingertips. Go to FILE and choose Print. When the print dialogue box opens you will want to select the page number that you want to print. Then select Poster. Below this, you will be able to adjust the scale of the image from 100% upward. I have found that 250% makes a nice sized poster for the classroom.
Assembling the Poster
Once your math wheel has been enlarged onto multiple pieces of paper, lay out the pieces to create the math wheel. Once all the pieces are in the correct spot, flip them over to tape on the back. I avoid taping on the front because It’s a tad disheartening for this Type A teacher when in the zone taking notes for the tape to smear the writing! After you take notes with your kiddos, I highly recommend laminating the math anchor charts. I have found that it makes the anchor chart hold up better over a longer period of time. I tend to move from our main board, to a bulletin board, to the wall over time.
How to Use Math Wheels as Math Anchor Charts
Now that we’ve enlarged the math anchor charts let me share how to integrate these visual aids into your teaching practices. Several of my kiddos have come up to me, sharing how easy it is to follow along when I use the enlarged version of their math wheels. It really got me thinking of the times my peers and I struggled to keep track of where our teachers were going with notes. After chatting with my students, I knew I was onto something with these math anchor charts!
As you guide your class through the lesson, the enlarged math anchor charts become helpful visual aids to introduce and reinforce key concepts. I post my enlarged math wheel on my whiteboard. Then, I distribute individual math wheel copies on computer-sized paper to my students. This gives them an opportunity to actively participate in note-taking while creating an interactive approach for them to gain a sense of ownership!
We complete each section together. As we go through, my students see exactly where I am filling out the notes. They can also see the steps to our practice problems. This cuts back on wait time for them to complete the section because they know exactly where we are and what we are writing down. Let’s say that I need more space or one of my students asks a question that we want to pursue with another example. These are two great reasons why I post my enlarged math wheel on my whiteboard because then I have space to work through the problem to the side if needed. Once the wheel is finished, I keep it on my math bulletin board!
Math Anchor Charts on Bulletin Boards
Now that we have our completed math anchor chart, it’s time to laminate and figure out where the best location will be for it. You don’t want it out of sight, and you don’t want it somewhere overcrowded that it could be missed. I have a couple of different ways I have displayed these math anchor charts in my own classroom! Keep in mind that you want them to be engaging visual elements that integrate with your teaching environment.
Consider presenting the laminated math wheels as standalone posters strategically placed around the room. This allows students the freedom to refer to them individually, creating personalized learning moments as they navigate through the lesson. The vibrant visuals and key concepts become easily accessible, which serve as constant reminders and reinforcing understanding. I use this option for more short-term placement for the duration of the unit or until the next math anchor chart is begun!
When it comes to math anchor charts from previous units, I want to create a sense of continuity. So, I have a designated math bulletin board that is home to ‘I can statements’ for the unit, standards being studied, and our math anchor charts. Your arrangement is going to depend on the size of your bulletin board. No matter the size, you want to create an organized layout for your math anchor charts. This way, it’s inviting for your students to come up to the bulletin board and use the anchor charts as reference tools. This dynamic bulletin board evolves with each new unit, becoming a living visual timeline of the mathematical journey undertaken by your class.
Engage Your Students with Math Anchor Charts
As educators, we often find ourselves immersed in the tug-of-war between creating detailed anchor charts and not having enough time or energy. We learned today a simple solution to this by taking our math wheels, no matter the topic , and creating vibrant, enlarged anchor charts.
This approach not only simplifies the note-taking process but also adds a touch of creativity to our teaching toolkit. Whether showcased as standalone posters or integrated into bulletin boards, these visual aids become beneficial anchors that make math approachable for our students. So, here’s to simplifying the complex to transform our classrooms into hubs of interactive learning and exploration!
Test Out Math Wheels in Your Classroom
Before diving completely into math wheel note-taking, take advantage of testing one out for free! This Fraction Operations Wheel will have your students brushing up on or being introduced to the different operations. Test run enlarging this math wheel into a math anchor chart to see if this method fits your teaching style even! Simply type in your email, and you’ll also receive three blank templates that you can use to create your own wheels around your own topics to take notes on.
Additional Resources on Math Wheels
Interested in learning more about math wheels and how to incorporate them into your classroom? Make sure to explore the resources below for more information on this innovative note-taking method!
- Math Intervention Made Easy with Math Wheels
- Using Doodle Wheel Graphic Organizers for Math and ELA
- Math Wheels: Ultimate Companion for Math Notes in 4th Grade
- 5th Grade Math Success with Math Wheels
- 6th Grade Math: Mastering Through the Magic of Math Doodle Wheels
- 7th Grade Math Magic: Unlocking Potential with Math Wheels
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By Rissa Hanneken Updated May 1, 2023
Math anchor charts are an invaluable tool for any teacher. By making learning visual and visible, anchor charts enable students to understand math concepts better. But how can we use them most effectively? Let’s look at the best ways to use anchor charts in the classroom before, during, and after instruction.
Making Anchor Charts for Math Before Instruction
Before a lesson begins, it is essential to introduce the concept that will be covered in class. Using an anchor chart with visuals, definitions, and examples can provide a focused introduction. It allows students to become familiar with the topic. It also allows you to gauge what students already know about the concept.
Using Anchor Charts for Math During Instruction
During instruction is when anchor charts are most effective. They keep students engaged while reinforcing what was taught in the lesson.
This is especially true if you involve students in creating the chart.
This serves two purposes:
- It helps students build a more comprehensive understanding of the material.
- Encourages “buy-in” from students.
Keeping Anchor Charts of Math After Instruction
You can use anchor charts as reference materials for review or assessment activities. This makes it easier for students to recall information from lessons since they have a visual aid.
You can also hang up anchor charts around your classroom to remind you of what has been taught. I remember students in my classroom gazing up at the exact spot an anchor chart hung before state testing to visualize whatever concept they needed to remember! That’s how important visual displays of learning can be!
Math Anchor Chart Tips:
- Use large chart paper. You want students to be able to see it from different areas of the classroom
- Do it with your students. If they help you – they will own the learning .
- Use more than one color marker to differentiate important information
- Keep the information succinct and organized, so it is easy to find what they need.
- Be creative! Students love it when you draw (no matter how good or bad it is!).
Using Individual Math Anchor Charts
One way I have found to keep new learning in front of students is by having individual math anchor charts for students to keep in their notebooks.
It’s also easy to put them in math centers for quick reference.
Think of how many times students have had questions and stopped working while they waited for you to be available.
Having these anchor charts up in the classroom or in student notebooks can help keep students learning while they work independently or in small groups.
This set includes these math concepts:
- Subtraction
- Place Value
- Multiplication
- Measurement
- Data Analysis
- Measuring Time
- Area & Perimeter
- Plane Shapes
It makes my teacher’s heart so happy when students look for the information they need to solve a math problem!
That’s why I made this set of essential math anchor charts. Grab this set that includes both digital and printable anchor charts.
Anchor charts are powerful teaching tools that can be used effectively before, during, and after instruction. By making learning visual and visible , you can ensure that your lessons stick with your students long after the teaching ends.
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9 must make anchor charts for math.
During my time in the classroom, I LOVED making math anchor charts. We would use them all of the time to “anchor our learning”. I used them as I introduced topics, as we explored topics, to record our learning, and we always hung them in our classroom to be referenced later. Because I found anchor charts to be an important part of my lessons each week, I wanted to highlight a few of my favorite math anchor charts that I have seen or that I have created in my own classroom!
Ten Frames are a now such a common math tool! The author of this anchor chart is unknown, but it teaches all of the details of the 10 frame and shows it empty, filled correctly, and full! A great anchor for students to refer to later as they become more familiar with this math tool. Sandra made this great anchor chart.
Doubles addition is one of those topics in math that visuals really help bring to life! This anchor chart I created helps our little learners see examples of each double fact, along with the math sentence to the left.
Math vocabulary is crucial in each and every lesson. Especially with ELLs in the classroom, featuring the word and having the students interact with the chart by drawing examples is a fabulous idea! I did this often when I taught dual language. This anchor chart is by Joyful Learning in KC .
I love the visual shown here with this Comparing Numbers Anchor Chart by Skinned Knees and Shoelaces .
Skip counting is now commonly taught as number patterns. We I first introduced it, we would use our fingers to represent sets of 5s and our feet to represent sets of 2s. These anchor charts were always a blast to make and it helped students remember this little trick, no matter what number they began with.
Attributes of shapes can be tricky to remember and this math anchor chart by Skinned Knees and Shoelaces has it all! It’s nice to be able to compare and contrast the shapes having all of the information in one place.
If you are looking for more great anchor charts, be sure to follow my Anchor Charts for K-2 Pinterest board !
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Do your students know the steps involved in solving a math problem or are they confused and don’t know where to start? This Problem-Solving Anchor Chart provides 8 helpful strategies students can implement when trying to solve a math word problem. Strategies for students include drawing a picture, guess and check, write an equation, make a model, work backwards, solve with simpler numbers, look for a pattern, and make a table.
This is the perfect resource to display in your room for when students get stuck. Help your students become better problem solvers by referencing this anchor chart throughout the year and modeling how to implement each strategy. Print it out and have students place it in their interactive notebook or binder to reference when they are working at home. No matter how you use it, this resource will become something you can reference over and over when your students struggle.
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NO PREP NECESSARY! This anchor chart can be printed on a regular 8.5 x 11 inch printing paper and placed in student notebooks, or printed as a half-page making an excellent resource for students interactive notebook.
You can also scale the PDF file and print it on poster size paper and display it within your classroom using your own classroom printer ! That is how I use my anchor charts.
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★ 1: Draw a Picture
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★ 3: Write an Equation
★ 4: Make a Model
★ 5: Work Backwards
★ 6: Solve with Simpler Numbers
★ 7: Look for a Pattern
★ 8: Make a Table
★ Two Versions Included : With pictures and without pictures
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Word Problem Anchor Chart: A Useful Tool For Mathematical Problem Solving
Introduction
Mathematics can be a challenging subject for many students, especially when it comes to solving word problems. Often, students struggle to understand what is being asked in the problem and how to approach finding a solution. This is where a word problem anchor chart can be incredibly helpful.
What is a Word Problem Anchor Chart?
A word problem anchor chart is a visual tool that provides students with guidance on how to break down and solve word problems effectively. It typically includes a series of steps or strategies that students can refer to when faced with a word problem.
Benefits of Using a Word Problem Anchor Chart
There are several benefits to using a word problem anchor chart in the classroom:
1. Visual Representation
The chart provides students with a visual representation of the problem-solving process, making it easier for them to understand and follow along.
2. Step-by-Step Guidance
The chart breaks down the problem-solving process into manageable steps, allowing students to approach each problem with a clear plan in mind.
3. Reinforcement of Problem-Solving Strategies
The anchor chart serves as a reminder of the problem-solving strategies that students have learned, reinforcing their understanding and application of these strategies.
4. Increased Confidence
By having a reference tool readily available, students feel more confident in their ability to tackle word problems, leading to improved performance.
Components of a Word Problem Anchor Chart
A word problem anchor chart typically includes the following components:
1. Read the Problem
Emphasize the importance of thoroughly reading and understanding the problem before attempting to solve it.
2. Identify the Key Information
Guide students to identify the essential details and information provided in the problem that are necessary for finding a solution.
3. Determine the Operation
Help students determine whether the problem requires addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division to find the answer.
4. Create an Equation or Model
Encourage students to represent the problem using an equation or visual model to better understand the relationship between the given information and the unknown.
5. Solve the Problem
Guide students through the steps of solving the problem using the chosen operation and the identified information.
A word problem anchor chart is a valuable tool that supports students in their journey towards becoming proficient problem solvers. By providing clear guidance and reinforcing problem-solving strategies, the chart enables students to approach word problems with confidence and achieve success in their mathematical endeavors.
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14 Addition Anchor Charts That Really Add Up!
Addition is one of the first math ideas kids learn after understanding basic numbers. Having mini anchor charts is helpful since addition is taught early, even before kindergarten. It’s important to teach it well because math skills grow from each other.
Without a solid foundation, students will lack the confidence in solving addition going forward. Fortunately, the basics of addition are pretty easy to demonstrate visually –in fact, it is essential. This is why math anchor charts and strategy posters are a teacher’s best friend. They are the perfect tool to visually demonstrate concepts to remind students at all times, making them feel more confident and self-reliant.
Of course, as the numbers become larger and more strategies are introduced, you will need a more detailed anchor chart. But if the basics are taught well, it is simply a natural progression.
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Addition anchor charts are a valuable visual tool for instructing addition concepts in the classroom. These math anchor charts help clarify and strengthen mathematical ideas, making it simpler for students to comprehend and retain or review addition and subtraction-related concepts. Here are some advantages of using addition anchor charts in the classroom:
- Demystifies Complex Ideas: Addition anchor charts can deconstruct intricate addition ideas into smaller, more digestible steps. By presenting information in a straightforward and succinct manner, anchor charts assist students in understanding and applying the principles of addition more efficiently.
- Accommodates Various Learning Styles: Anchor charts address different learning styles, as they present information visually, verbally, and through examples. This multi-faceted approach ensures that all students, regardless of their preferred learning style, can benefit from the information presented.
- Promotes Active Learning: Addition anchor charts serve as a continuous reference point for students during lessons, enabling them to actively engage with the material. Students can refer to the anchor charts throughout the learning process, reinforcing their comprehension of the concepts.
- Supports Independent Practice: Anchor charts offer students a framework to follow when independently working on addition problems. With a clear understanding of the steps involved, students can confidently tackle problems on their own, developing their self-reliance and problem-solving skills.
- Encourages Classroom Discussion: Addition anchor charts can stimulate class discussions and foster peer learning. Students can reference the charts during group activities or when explaining their thought processes, encouraging communication and collaboration among classmates.
- Acts as a Teaching Aid: For teachers, addition anchor charts can serve as a helpful teaching aid, assisting them in explaining complex concepts more effectively. Furthermore, math anchor charts can save time by providing a quick reference for students, reducing the need for constant repetition of instructions.
- Boosts Retention and Recall: The visual nature of anchor charts aids in memory retention and recall. Students are more likely to remember concepts when they can visualize the steps and processes, making it easier for them to apply their knowledge in future lessons or evaluations.
In conclusion, incorporating addition anchor charts into the classroom offers numerous advantages for both teachers and students. These visual aids can demystify complex ideas, accommodate various learning styles, promote active learning, support independent practice, encourage classroom discussion, act as a teaching aid, and boost student confidence, retention and recall. By leveraging these advantages, educators can create a more engaging and effective learning environment for their students.
Elements of a good addition anchor chart
An anchor chart is a visual representation of a concept, or procedure students can refer to as they learn. Their advantages go beyond merely hanging a poster in your classroom. All students learn differently, and using your chart paper as a working document can benefit various learning styles.
Obviously, visual learners will help, but kinesthetic learners will also benefit if you use your anchor chart as an interactive anchor chart. Students can participate in creating interactive math anchor charts, which allows them to understand the why interactive anchor charts are better and makes them more likely to reference them. So, what separates a good anchor chart from the rest?
This is especially important when it comes to such a fundamental concept. You don’t want to overwhelm the students with too much information at once. If you want your anchor charts to teach the vocabulary related to addition, stick to it. If you’re going to show math instruction, then focus on that. But if you cram everything onto one chart, it will be overwhelming. Of course, you can have a summary anchor chart over and above your specific concepts, but avoid using that as your only go-to.
Make sure your anchor chart is easy to see and read from the furthest point in the classroom. Tiny fonts and puny pictures will leave students frustrated. Instead, your anchor chart should be placed where it is easily accessible. You can use color coding to highlight terms and concepts that work together.
Use manipulatives
Let students work with physical objects before transferring the information to your anchor chart. For example, blocks can be used to learn addition and physically represent what students are learning so they develop a better understanding.
Use context
Instead of teaching concepts using only abstract numbers, use real-life examples when possible. For example, use numbers or words your students are already familiar with, like numbers in sports, measurements, or amounts of money.
Use Sticky Notes
Sticky notes are crucial if you want students to interact with an anchor chart. Students write information or draw pictures on the notes and then add them to the chart. There are countless possibilities. Simply remove the sticky notes once the anchor chart has been taken down, and they can be used again next year.
Different ways to use addition anchor charts
When introducing the concept of addition, keep it very simple, and display the vocabulary associated with adding.
Addition Strategies from Saddle Up For 2nd Grade
Once you have covered the basics, show addition strategies and let students use the one that works for them. Just ensure they fully understand the concept first.
The same applies to multi-digit addition From The Tutoring Center, Greenville
Offer your students a variety of place-value strategies to explore. Not only will this help them discover which method works best for them, but it will also facilitate a deeper understanding of the concept of addition.
Teach bonds/facts From Livin’ In A Van
The mental pictures formed by number bonds are crucial for your student’s mental math. Understanding addition number bonds makes it much simpler for them to comprehend addition and subtraction strategies.
These concepts go hand in hand and shouldn’t be taught as entirely separate concepts. Familiarise students with their relationship from the beginning, even if it is subtle.
Addition resources from Teach Simple
This resource provides everything you need to develop this math anchor chart with your students.
These cards instruct young learners on solving addition and subtraction through techniques such as counting on, employing a number line, utilizing algorithms, and many other methods.
This interactive math game includes sheets for your students to record their answers, an answer key, and 40 math problems to print out for them to work on!
Want to turn learning math into an exciting activity? Use these Tic Tac Toe PowerPoint games to do just that!
Other addition resources
This premade anchor chart is the perfect resource to introduce 2 digit addition and subtraction problems with regrouping to your second grade math students.
Just like multiplication tables should always be available, an addition tables chart is a must-have.
This addition pocket chart helps students practice basic addition problems with sums to 10. In addition, this set comes with 48 pocket chart addition problems and answers for your students to solve and match.
A clear, simple vocabulary poster is a classroom essential.
This addition strategies unit includes everything you need to create a solid foundation for your students.
There are a lot of resources available to help you build your addition anchor chart, as well as support your students struggling to remember your lessons. Some activities are ideal for monitoring your student’s progress after you’re done. There are so many approaches that your students won’t even realize they are doing the same concept repeatedly. Some are free, some are paid, but all of them will inspire your student confidence in solving for you.
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Place value is a fundamental concept in mathematics that helps children understand the numeric value of each digit within a number. This skill is crucial for mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, and overall development of mental calculation abilities. Anchor charts can serve as an excellent tool to teach and reinforce the understanding of place value to young learners. Here are 17 different anchor charts to effectively teach place value.
1. Place Value Chart:
Create a simple chart displaying units, tens, and hundreds columns, and provide examples of numbers broken down into their individual place values.
2. Expanded Form Representation:
Showcase how numbers can be represented in their expanded form by breaking them down into separate digits multiplied by their respective place values.
3. Base Ten Blocks:
Utilize base ten block visuals to demonstrate place values (ones, tens, and hundreds) in various numbers.
4. Number Lines:
Use number lines to help students visualize the position of numbers in relation to their place values.
5. Comparing Numbers:
Design a chart with various examples highlighting different ways to compare numbers based on their place values.
6. Rounding Numbers:
Explain rounding rules accompanied by illustrative examples that depict rounding up and down based on particular digits’ place values.
7. Decimal Place Value Chart:
Present decimal place values (tenths, hundredths, etc.) on a similarly structured chart as with whole number place values.
8. Adding & Subtracting:
Demonstrate examples of adding and subtracting numbers through adherence to proper alignment of similar place values.
9. Place Value Puzzles:
Incorporate puzzles where students match numbers with corresponding base ten block representations or written descriptions highlighting specific digit’s place value.
10. Greater Than, Less Than:
Teach the use of ‘greater than’ and ‘less than’ symbols when comparing digit values in specific places within a number.
11. Place Value Houses:
Create cute house illustrations, with each representing a place value. This engaging anchor chart helps students visualize the concept of ones, tens, and hundreds.
12. Multiply & Divide by Powers of 10:
Provide examples that demonstrate the connection between multiplying and dividing by powers of 10 and movement of digits within a number’s place values.
13. Identifying Digits’ Values:
Use arrows to pinpoint specific digits in numbers and identify their corresponding values based on their place value.
14. Place Value Relationships:
Explain patterns between various place values by comparing values of neighboring digits through examples.
15. Interactive Flip Chart:
Design a flip chart that allows students to manipulate digit cards to build numbers by placing them into appropriate place value columns.
16. Comprehensive Place Value Review:
Combine multiple concepts within a single anchor chart, covering both whole numbers and decimal place values, including expanded form representation and base ten blocks.
17. Scientific Notation:
Introduce scientific notation—especially valuable for large or small numbers—showing how to rewrite numbers using exponents and their relationship with place values.
No matter a child’s learning style or current understanding of place value, these 17 anchor charts provide engaging visuals and hands-on opportunities to teach critical numeracy skills effectively. As students progress through mathematical education, these foundational skills will serve as an essential building block for future mathematical success.
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What Are Multi-Part Word Problems?
Multi-part math word problems are problems that require solving multiple parts or steps. They may include several subtasks that must be completed in a specific order to find the final answer. Or each part may be separate tasks involving the same scenario. These problems often challenge students to apply multiple skills, keep track of information, and determine what information is needed for each part (and not needed).
These can be very similar to multi-step word problems. However, they can differ in two main ways:
- Sometimes information is needed from previous parts to solve new parts, but not always. Multi-step problems typically always require the use of previous steps in the next or final step.
- The parts are usually labeled as Part A and Part B.
Helping Students Solve Multi-Part Word Problems
- Step 1: Read the beginning information and the first part of the task. Highlight or underline the question that is being asked.
- Step 2: Solve the first part, writing your answer in a complete sentence, and checking to make sure it makes sense.
- Step 3: Read the second part and highlight or underline the question.
- Step 4: Ask yourself: Do I need the answer OR information from the first part to solve the second part?
- Step 5: Solve the second part, writing your answer in a complete sentence, and checking to make sure it makes sense.
- Step 6: Repeat steps 3-5 with any additional parts.
Here are a few more examples. As you can see on the bottom example, part B required no additional information from part A.
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If you think these steps will be helpful for your students or for you as you model thinking through solving complex math tasks with multiple parts, click here or on the image below to grab the poster for free. You can use this to guide your anchor chart and then give students a copy to refer to when they are solving multi-part math tasks.
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Each task is included in three versions. The tasks themselves are not differentiated, but the response part is differentiated.
1st Level – The first level has sentence stems to help the students respond in complete sentences and separate workspaces for each part.
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3rd Level – The final part (where I will eventually move all my students to) has no stems and no separate workspace. The students will be expected to organize their answers on their own with no scaffold.
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This is great! Learning how to conquer multi-step math problems is so important! I love your anchor chart with simple steps for students!
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Terrific, especially with the rigorous expectations from each State Standard, thanks!
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Seven Reasons Why Anchor Charts Are Incredible!
Anchor charts are essential to the math classroom. These simple posters help students take their thinking to the next level. Here are 7 reasons why anchor charts are incredible!
1. Math anchor charts provide a source of visual reference to support students’ thinking, reasoning, and problem solving. Whenever your students are learning something that they may need to refer back to later in the lesson, the week, the unit or even later in the year, it is a great idea to make an anchor chart. You may not even have planned to make an anchor chart in a lesson, but if you see that thinking is happening that needs to be recorded, it may pay-off to make one.
2. Anchor charts help students recognize the learning goal. As the students get closer to reaching the learning goal, they can use the anchor chart to scaffold their understanding.
3. They support and develop precise math language, because students can reference them when writing and discussing their thinking.
4. When students are a part of the creation of the anchor chart, their buy-in increases exponentially. Students are more likely to reference the anchor chart if their thinking and ideas are displayed. As students make discoveries that support the learning goal during the math lesson, include them on the anchor chart.
5. They can be used to make connections between new content and previously learned content. Always keep anchor charts accessible throughout the year so students can refer back to them when making connections.
6. Anchor charts build confidence in ESE and ELL students. When a chart is created that targets all learners, students who need the extra support will utilize it to increase their understanding.
7. Artistry is not important when it comes to anchor charts. Although it is best if the writing is legible and the thinking is organized, it does not need to look like a Pinterest anchor chart to be useful. Sometimes, as thinking is added to the chart during class, it does become too messy. A quick-fix for that is to re-write it after school, so the students will be able to reference their previous thinking on a more organized anchor chart. Thankfully, all of us non-artists can make awesome anchor charts, too!
Check out these links for additional information: http://www.k-5mathteachingresources.com/Math-Anchor-Charts.html and http://www.weareteachers.com/blogs/post/2015/11/12/anchor-charts-101
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In addition to creating anchor charts together, students can glue the templates into their interactive notebooks and take notes during lessons. These templates are also great to turn into booklets and use as quick reference guides all year long. They make great companions for Math Skill of the Day Weekly Journals in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grades.
Here are some of these divisibility rules on this math anchor chart. 2: if the number is even. 3: if the sum of the digits is divisible by 3. 4: if the last 2 digits are divisible by 4. 5: if the last digit is a 0 or 5. 6: if the number is divisible by 2 and 3. 9: if the sum of the digits is divisible by 9.
Yo, I'll Solve It Math Anchor Chart. This anchor chart idea for teaching first graders how to solve addition problems comes from Rindy Roberts, who goes by @learningwithheart on Instagram. Based on the Vanilla Ice song Ice, Ice Baby, she jokes that it makes her feel very old when her firsties don't know the song, but it gave us a great idea ...
Both process and strategy anchor charts can provide a source of visual reference to support student thinking, reasoning and problem solving. A good math anchor chart: has a single focus; reflects recent math lessons needing support and scaffolding; helps students remember the process of a skill or strategy
Step #3. Make a master copy of the anchor chart presentation so that you have a back-up saved. Then name the student copy and get the share link if you made the presentation in Google Slides. Step #4. Finally, assign the anchor charts on the platform you use for virtual teaching. You can choose to have kids submit the completed anchor charts so you can see if they are understanding the material.
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When I do recall math anchor chart ideas, a wave of stress crashes over me as I think about the time-consuming process. First, you have to prep before class, then the pacing during the lesson, and then there is the potential repetition for multiple classes. The struggle is real. ... 5 Ways to Practice Problem Solving Skills in Middle School
Use this teacher-crafted anchor chart to show your children how to solve problems in four easy steps. Perfect for K-2 math lessons, this handy mathematical chart includes a set of golden rules for effective problem-solving. They are as follows: read the problemchoose an operationsolve the problemcheck your answerTo use this resource, simply print copies of the anchor chart and have ...
By Rissa Hanneken Updated May 1, 2023 Math anchor charts are an invaluable tool for any teacher. By making learning visual and visible, anchor charts enable students to understand math concepts better. ... It makes my teacher's heart so happy when students look for the information they need to solve a math problem!
Strategy anchor charts help students develop strategic behaviors. For instance, a strategy chart for a division might offer a variety of methods for solving division problems or focus on one approach. There are several ways to format anchor charts, but they are critical teaching and learning tools. Table of Contents. Elements of a Division ...
Doubles addition is one of those topics in math that visuals really help bring to life! This anchor chart I created helps our little learners see examples of each double fact, along with the math sentence to the left. Math vocabulary is crucial in each and every lesson. Especially with ELLs in the classroom, featuring the word and having the ...
Math Key Words for Problem Solving {Notebook Anchor Chart} by. The Literacy Loft - Jessica Meyer. 4.9. (799) $1.50. PDF. About this Product:This notebook chart is a 4 Square Organizer filled with Key Words for each of the four basic operations.
Math Problem Solving Anchor Chart (C.U.B.E.S.) Use the CUBES problem solving strategy for teaching students an effective way to solve word problems. Simply print, cut, and glue to create this anchor chart. (I use 25 x 30 inch chart paper) Add this poster to your math focus wall for students to reference all year.
Student anchor charts (or math strategies posters) are great for going over the important math vocabulary words in a unit. When doing this with your students you can make your anchor chart with just the boxes and words ahead of time. Give your students their mini anchor chart for them to complete with you. Since my students use interactive math ...
This Problem-Solving Anchor Chart provides 8 helpful strategies students can implement when trying to solve a math word problem. Strategies for students include drawing a picture, guess and check, write an equation, make a model, work backwards, solve with simpler numbers, look for a pattern, and make a table.
Benefits of Using a Word Problem Anchor Chart. There are several benefits to using a word problem anchor chart in the classroom: 1. Visual Representation. The chart provides students with a visual representation of the problem-solving process, making it easier for them to understand and follow along. 2. Step-by-Step Guidance
These math anchor charts help clarify and strengthen mathematical ideas, making it simpler for students to comprehend and retain or review addition and subtraction-related concepts. Here are some advantages of using addition anchor charts in the classroom: ... developing their self-reliance and problem-solving skills. Encourages Classroom ...
This lesson includes an anchor chart with frequently used problems solving strategies. Also included is a graphic organizer used for note taking. As you practice each problem solving strategy in your classroom, have students take notes and add this page to their math notebooks. You will find the materials here: PROBLEM SOLVING STRATEGIES.
This skill is crucial for mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, and overall development of mental calculation abilities. Anchor charts can serve as an excellent tool to teach and reinforce the understanding of place value to young learners. Here are 17 different anchor charts to effectively teach place value. 1. Place Value Chart:
Step 1: Read the beginning information and the first part of the task. Highlight or underline the question that is being asked. Step 2: Solve the first part, writing your answer in a complete sentence, and checking to make sure it makes sense. Step 3: Read the second part and highlight or underline the question.
1. Math anchor charts provide a source of visual reference to support students' thinking, reasoning, and problem solving. Whenever your students are learning something that they may need to refer back to later in the lesson, the week, the unit or even later in the year, it is a great idea to make an anchor chart.
Math Talk {Anchor Chart} We have been working on Accountable Talk in our class, nicknamed "Team Talk" with students. You can read more about the visual cues we've been using HERE. Math is a particularly important subject to use good discussion strategies, since there are often so many ways to solve a problem, and really understanding the ...
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