Little Minds Big Thinkers

In today's episode, I had the sweet pleasure of learning from Carrie Caudle. She teaches second grade in California and does improve on the side. (I'm so intrigued.) I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation. I know you will too. A Mindset for Learning: Teaching the Traits of Joyful, Independent Growth Struggly John Muir Laws Nature Journaling

In today's episode, I talk to Laura Tomas who has been doing this work for 33 years. She also has a math podcast with Karina Cousins called Learning Through Math. (Subscribe now!) We talk about a topic that is near and dear to our hearts, and Peter's work helps us navigate this topic better. Enjoy! Learning Through Math Podcast Make Math Moments Podcast with Raj Shah Sum of It All Podcast...

In today's episode, I chat with Melissa Thibodeaux about her first-grade thinking classroom experience. It's simply impossible to walk away from this conversation feeling anything but inspired! Mathematics Task for the Thinking Classroom (green book) Wipebooks

In this episode, I chat with Randy Swift. He's a math interventionist in New York. In addition to using the BTC framework in his small groups, he supports a colleague in her thinking classroom. It's inspiring to hear how BTC is working in these two spaces. Tim Brzezinski's and Melisa McCain's work on assessment Rethinking Disability and Mathematics by Rachel Lambert Rules That Expi...

In this episode, I feel so blessed to chat with Amy Chang about the importance of non-curricular tasks. They help us grow the seeds of a thinking classroom. Amy offers so much insight into how to tend the garden with love and care. Enjoy! Tammy's folder of non-curricular tasks Peter's and Maegan's new book ShiftEd Podcast where Peter talks about competencies Math-ish The Imperfect and...

In this episode, I talk with Noelle Hensler, who teaches second grade in New York. As she shares about her thinking classrooms, we discuss all sorts of things from perseverance to motivation to differentiation (and much more). Listen in and enjoy! Mathematics Task for the Thinking Classroom, K-5 Christina Tondevold's site Tammy's New Zealand teacher trip Abbott Elementary NCTM's Foster...

In today's episode, I learn from Kim Rimbey, a member of Peter Liljedahl's team, an author, an inventor, a teacher, a coach, and an all around amazing person. We talk about using manipulatives in the thinking classroom, which is a welcomed and important conversation. Enjoy! Kim's email Kim's site Mastering Math Manipulatives Kim's blog posts on Corwin Meaningful Small Groups in...

In this episode, I talk to two sweet mathematicians. It's such a joy to chat with them, and I hope you find it to be a joy to listen in.

In this episode, I talk to Dan LeVasseur who teaches second grade in Connecticut. He's allowing his second graders to show him what they're capable of, and it's obvious they're capable of great things. Enjoy! Think Thank Thunk Podcast Peter's and Maegan's new book Wipebooks Open Middle Collective Student Efficacy Kristen Acosta Graham Fletcher

In this episode, I talk with two young friends. They're sweet and lovely and mathematical. Listen in. Chocolate tasks Crumbl cookie task

In today's episode, I talk to two young boys who are so endearing, kind, and funny. Our conversation had me smiling and giggling. You've got to listen in. Calendar Task Crumbl Cookie Task

In this episode, I talk with Robyn Ross who teaches first grade in Washington. She and I have a lovely conversation about her thinking classroom, and it's full of tidbits that are definitely worth hearing. Supercommunicators Mastering Math Manipulatives

In this episode, I talk to Bonnie Brockhoff. She teaches first grade in Florida. Her story is incredibly inspiring, and our conversation is full of ideas and reflective thoughts about the thinking classroom. This is a must listen. ⁠Learning Through Math⁠ ⁠Steve Wyborney⁠ ⁠Howie Hua⁠ ⁠Sara Delano Moore⁠ ⁠Open Middle⁠ ⁠Graham Fletcher 3 Act Tasks⁠ ⁠Kristen Acosta 3 Act Tasks⁠ ⁠Next Door Numbers Task...

In today's episode, I talk to two second graders who really know what they're talking about, and they do it so sweetly. Thanks for listening to our little conversation.

In today's episode, I talk with Ashley Smith. She teaches first grade in South Carolina. She's in her first year of building a thinking classroom and has so much insight into what it's like to start this important work. Graham Fletcher's Workshop Steve Wyborney's Site Pam Harris' Site Think Thank Thunk Podcast

In today's episode, I talk with Robyn Tedesco, a math coach from Connecticut. She's got a math lab in her school that you're going to want to hear about. Her work is so inspiring!

In this episode, I chat with Elizabeth Wallace. She's a math coach at Santa Clara University in California. She also uses the Building Thinking Classrooms framework in her son's third-grade class once a week. What a cool opportunity to hear from her in this episode. Enjoy! The Five Practices in Practice Tammy's lesson plan template Wipebooks Tammy's mathematical practices student s...

In today's episode, I talk with Stephanie Goodman who teaches first grade in California. I'm so glad I get to share our conversation with all of you. Prepare to feel inspired and encouraged. UFLI

In today's episode, I'm so fortunate to chat and learn from Ann Elise Record, a math consultant from New Hampshire. She's been doing an amazing work in math education for several years now, and she's a generous and kind wealth of knowledge. Enjoy! Ann Elise's Site Ann Elise's Facebook Fluency Doesn't Just Happen With Addition And Subtraction Fluency Doesn't Just Hap...

In today's episode, I'm delighted to talk with Jen Brown. She teaches first grade in Georgia, and it's obvious that her students are very blessed to have a teacher like her, who leaves room for their thinking. Listen, learn, and be inspired. Peter's and Maegan's new book

In today's episode, I talk with two first graders about our thinking classroom. I think this conversation is rather sweet but also enlightening. Enjoy.

In today's episode, I get to talk with Meredith McCarthy, a second-grade teacher in Virginia. This chat is packed to the brim with nuggets that I think all elementary thinking classroom teachers should hear. It's an honor to learn from and with Meredith. Choral Counting & Counting Collections Ruthless Equity Graham Fletcher's 3 Act Tasks Kristen Acosta's 3 Act Tasks Tammy's...

In today's episode, I talk with Tara Hess, who teaches second grade in Colorado. Her passion for teaching, learning, and the thinking classroom is obvious. It's a pleasure to hear her talk about how BTC has allowed all of her 27 students to thrive. They are lucky to have her. The 5 Practices Pam Harris Hand2Mind Webinar With Peter Youtube Conversation With Peter The Art of Questioning Tara...

In this episode, I talk with Mel Hisko. She teaches second grade in Ontario, Canada. She has some wise advice for all of us who are building our own thinking classrooms and what she says about unlearning old practices truly resonates. I loved this conversation and think you will too. Open Middle Tasks Steve Wyborney's Tasks Would You Rather Tasks Wipebooks

In today's episode, I talk with the amazing Maegan Giroux about her kindergarten thinking classroom. Her stories and wisdom will invite you into her space and give you hope that a kindergarten thinking classroom is doable and worth building. Think Thank Thunk Peter's and Maegan's new book