Math is Figure-Out-Able!

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on July 8, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies.  Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harris...

We love being with mathematics educators! In this episode Pam and Kim recount their experiences at CAMT 2026. Talking Points: Feeling at home at CAMT Experiencing math at conferences Bullding relationships at conferences Should a goal be to make math 'easier'? Real world math from real questions from students   Language matters Explicit vs Inquiry DMR Registration Link                  ...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on July 1, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies.  Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Developing Mathematical Reasoning FREE w...

Shout out to our leaders! Let's take a peek at some important conversations Pam and Kim have had over the years, just for you.  Talking Points:  Ep 65: The power of shared math and teaching experiences Ep 104: What is Math Is Figure-Out-Able? Ep 165: Caution with manipulatives Ep 201: Are algorithms bad? DMR Registration Link                                                                    ...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on June 24, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies.  Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harri...

Shout out to our 9-12 teacher friends! Let's take a peek at some important conversations Pam and Kim have had over the years, just for you.  Talking Points:  Ep 294: Introducing Logarithms Ep 69: Equations of Lines are Figureoutable! Ep 6: Developing Functional Reasoning Check out our social media Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harris_math Facebook: Pam Harris, author, mathematics educatio...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on June 17, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies.  Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harri...

Shout out to our 6-8 teacher friends! Let's take a peek at some important conversations Pam and Kim have had over the years, just for you.  Talking Points:  Ep 45 - 5 Interpretations of Rational Numbers Ep 183 - Integer Subtraction Ep 266 -  Solving Proportions - Within & Between Check out Pam's Books Math is FigureOutAble Blog Check out our social media Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram:...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on June 10, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies.  Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harri...

Shout out to our 3-5 teacher friends! Let's take a peek at some important conversations Pam and Kim have had over the years, just for you.  Talking Points:  Ep 174 - Double/Half: The Most Sophisticated Multiplication Strategy Ep 29 - Ratio Tables! Ep 34 - Knowing vs Memorizing Multiplicaiton Facts Check out Pam's Books Math is FigureOutAble Blog Check out our social media Twitter: @PWHar...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on June 3, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies.  Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harris...

Shout out to our K-2 teacher friends! Let's take a peek at some important conversations Pam and Kim have had over the years, just for you. Talking Points:  Ep 16 - Names of Teens Ep 85 - Moving Past Counting  Ep 195 - Main Strategies for 1st Grade Ep 281 - How Strategies Grow Up Check out Pam's  Books Math is FigureOutAble  Blog Check out our social media Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pa...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on May 27, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies.  Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harris...

How would you describe the difference between a classroom that emphasizes memorization and a classroom that develops mathematical reasoning? In this episode, Pam and Kim wrestle with an analogy for math classrooms. Talking Points: Importance of letting students play with what they know to learn the real game of math The significance of choice in math class Pitfalls of labeling students  Value of p...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on May 20, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies.  Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harris...

What benefits have you found from teaching reasoning and mathing in your classroom? In this episode, Pam shares with Kim things she learned in her recent trip to South Korea. Talking Points Learning with your students Importance of turn and talks to capture internal "aha" moments Value of vulnerability and openness in the classroom Math content vs math content for teaching How open-ended...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on May 3, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies. Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harris_m...

Can your students confidently reason about fraction multiplication? In this episode, Pam and Kim facilitate a Problem String that develops two strategies for fraction multiplication and discuss the thoughts that went into designing the string. Talking Points: #TryThisTuesday and #TryThisThursday Scaling with fractions Building fraction relationships Goal of math is to build mathematical reasoning,...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on May 6, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies. Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harris_m...

Is there a 'correct' way to name math concepts? In this episode, Pam and Kim discuss different naming conventions for fractions from different cultures. Talking Points: Cultural difference in how fractions are expressed in Korean, where the denominator is said and written first. Cultural convention influences the way students think about and express fractions. Social conventions can infl...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on April 29, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies. Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harri...

Can you use an algorithm to solve every type of problem, or are there some problems for which algorithms leave you stranded? In this episode, Pam and Kim answer that question and share a Problem String to build fractional fluency. Talking Points: Importance of understanding the relationships between different fractions. Making sense of equivalent fraction values through experiences rather than mem...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on April 22, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies. Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harri...

Looking for useful games and materials for your classroom? In this episode, Pam and Kim discuss some of the classroom materials and games they love and what makes them great. Talking Points: Games and resources that do NOT lead towards an algorithm The value of games with strategy choice and without time/speed  Hand2mind Foundations for Strategies Number Hive games for differentiation and to pract...

In today’s MathStratChat, Pam and Kim discuss the MathStratChat problem shared on social media on April 15, 2026.  Note: It’s more fun if you try to solve the problem, share it on social media, comment on others strategies, before you listen to Pam and Kim’s strategies. Check out #MathStratChat on your favorite social media site and join in the conversation. Twitter: @PWHarris Instagram: Pam Harri...