[TST] Ask These 5 Questions to Deepen Student Thinking in Math | Mona Iehl from Mona Math
🎧 This episode is part of Teacher Summer Talks!We’re sharing it for free on our Teacher Approved podcast feed for 24 hours only—just one of 35 practical audio sessions to help you feel calm, confident, and classroom-ready. Grab your free ticket at https://teacherapproved--secondstorywindow.thrivecart.com/teacher-summer-talks-2025-max-pass/ —or upgrade to the MAX Pass for lifetime access, 14 bonus sessions, over $250 in classroom resources, and more. https://teacherapproved--secondstorywindow.thrivecart.com/teacher-summer-talks-2025-max-pass-fast/🎒 Back-to-School Success Scholarship Application: https://airtable.com/app89WVXsQ7LOIxby/pagsprkPLRAOKcP0L/form--------About the Session:Want your students to think more deeply in math class? Mona Iehl shares five game-changing questions that spark conversation, build confidence, and make math feel meaningful. With just a shift in how you ask, you’ll help students show their thinking—and actually enjoy it. ➕🗣️💭Links/Resources:A Free Guide to Engaging Math Discussions: https://monamath.com/discussInstagram: @hellomonamathWebsiteMona's TPT StoreMath Chat PodcastWord Problem Workshop: 5 Steps to Creating a Classroom of Problem Solvers Meet Mona:Mona Iehl is an elementary educator who transformed her approach to teaching math by embracing student-centered methods that foster curiosity and engagement. She now coaches educators nationwide to create inclusive math classrooms where all students develop deep, lasting problem-solving skills. Mona is the author of Word Problem Workshop: 5 Steps to Create a Classroom of Problem Solvers, coming October 2025, which shares her signature approach to turning word problems into meaningful, student-driven learning. You can connect with Mona online @HelloMonaMath.--------🎤 Teacher Summer Talks is hosted by Heidi and Emily from Second Story Window. They love helping teachers elevate what matters and simplify the rest. Connect with them on their podcast, Teacher Approved, and on Instagram at @2ndstorywindow.
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[TST] Building a Thinking Culture in Your Math Classroom | Shelley Gray from Shelley Gray Teaching
🎧 This episode is part of Teacher Summer Talks!We’re sharing it for free on our Teacher Approved podcast feed for 24 hours only—just one of 35 practical audio sessions to help you feel calm, confident, and classroom-ready. Grab your free ticket at https://teacherapproved--secondstorywindow.thrivecart.com/teacher-summer-talks-2025-max-pass/ —or upgrade to the MAX Pass for lifetime access, 14 bonus sessions, over $250 in classroom resources, and more. https://teacherapproved--secondstorywindow.thrivecart.com/teacher-summer-talks-2025-max-pass-fast/🎒 Back-to-School Success Scholarship Application: https://airtable.com/app89WVXsQ7LOIxby/pagsprkPLRAOKcP0L/form--------About the Session:What if your math block felt more like a thinking lab? Shelley Gray shares six powerful ways to create a classroom where curiosity leads, mistakes are welcome, and every student feels safe to take a risk. It's not about getting the right answer—it’s about growing great thinkers. 🧠➗💬Links/Resources:Free Math Talks: https://shelley-gray.kit.com/1f5609859aMath Conversations: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/shelley-gray?search=math%20conversationsWebsite: https://shelleygrayteaching.com/TPT: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/shelley-grayInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelleygrayteaching/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingresourcesbyshelleygrayMeet Shelley:Shelley is passionate about helping teachers make math relevant, meaningful, and fun, and her resources are designed to help students make real-life connections to the math they learn. She lives in Manitoba, Canada and works as a K-8 Instructional Coach.--------🎤 Teacher Summer Talks is hosted by Heidi and Emily from Second Story Window. They love helping teachers elevate what matters and simplify the rest. Connect with them on their podcast, Teacher Approved, and on Instagram at @2ndstorywindow.
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[TST] 5 Tips That Will Save Your Sanity | Molly Lynch from Lucky Learning
🎧 This episode is part of Teacher Summer Talks!We’re sharing it for free on our Teacher Approved podcast feed for 24 hours only—just one of 35 practical audio sessions to help you feel calm, confident, and classroom-ready. Grab your free ticket at https://teacherapproved--secondstorywindow.thrivecart.com/teacher-summer-talks-2025-max-pass/ —or upgrade to the MAX Pass for lifetime access, 14 bonus sessions, over $250 in classroom resources, and more. https://teacherapproved--secondstorywindow.thrivecart.com/teacher-summer-talks-2025-max-pass-fast/🎒 Back-to-School Success Scholarship Application: https://airtable.com/app89WVXsQ7LOIxby/pagsprkPLRAOKcP0L/form--------About the Session:If your classroom routines could use a glow-up, Molly Lynch has five simple swaps to save your time and your sanity. From the “class president” job to sunshine circles and thermal printer magic, her tips bring calm, clarity, and a little extra joy to your day. 🌞📋✨Links/Resources:https://mollylynch.com/teachertipsWebsite: www.mollylynch.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/luckylearningwithmolly/Meet Molly:Molly Lynch is a first grade teacher, lesson creator, and big fan of making teachers’ lives easier with print-and-go resources that actually work in real classrooms. --------🎤 Teacher Summer Talks is hosted by Heidi and Emily from Second Story Window. They love helping teachers elevate what matters and simplify the rest. Connect with them on their podcast, Teacher Approved, and on Instagram at @2ndstorywindow.
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[TST] Canva in the Classroom and Utilizing Technology with your Students for a More Engaging and Interactive Classroom | Teresa Kwant from Teresa Kwant
🎧 This episode is part of Teacher Summer Talks!We’re sharing it for free on our Teacher Approved podcast feed for 24 hours only—just one of 35 practical audio sessions to help you feel calm, confident, and classroom-ready. Grab your free ticket at https://teacherapproved--secondstorywindow.thrivecart.com/teacher-summer-talks-2025-max-pass/ —or upgrade to the MAX Pass for lifetime access, 14 bonus sessions, over $250 in classroom resources, and more. https://teacherapproved--secondstorywindow.thrivecart.com/teacher-summer-talks-2025-max-pass-fast/🎒 Back-to-School Success Scholarship Application: https://airtable.com/app89WVXsQ7LOIxby/pagsprkPLRAOKcP0L/form--------About the Session:Curious about using Canva with your students? Teresa Quantz breaks down how this free tool can boost engagement with interactive games, quizzes, and creative projects—no design degree required. Start simple, spark excitement, and bring a little tech magic to your classroom. 🖥️🎨🎲Links/Resources:Classroom Newsletter Canva Template: https://teresakwant.kit.com/513835233bCanva 101 for Teachers: https://teresakwant.com/canva-101-for-teachers/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teresakwant/Meet Teresa:Teresa Kwant is a former elementary school teacher turned curriculum designer, author, and education entrepreneur. With over a decade of classroom material creation experience and a passion for engaging, game-based learning, she now helps teachers create fun, effective lessons through her resources on Teachers Pay Teachers. Teresa is also the creator of the Teacher-Author Brilliance Club, where she mentors educators in building successful online businesses. She’s a platinum TPT seller, conference presenter, and the author of Level Up Your Lesson Plans: Ignite the Joy of Learning with Fun and Educational Materials. Teresa lives in Salt Lake City with her husband and three kids.--------🎤 Teacher Summer Talks is hosted by Heidi and Emily from Second Story Window. They love helping teachers elevate what matters and simplify the rest. Connect with them on their podcast, Teacher Approved, and on Instagram at @2ndstorywindow.
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[TST] How to Create Math Lessons Students Love | Ashleigh & Alisha from Rainbow Sky Creations
🎧 This episode is part of Teacher Summer Talks!We’re sharing it for free on our Teacher Approved podcast feed for 24 hours only—just one of 35 practical audio sessions to help you feel calm, confident, and classroom-ready. Grab your free ticket at https://teacherapproved--secondstorywindow.thrivecart.com/teacher-summer-talks-2025-max-pass/ —or upgrade to the MAX Pass for lifetime access, 14 bonus sessions, over $250 in classroom resources, and more. https://teacherapproved--secondstorywindow.thrivecart.com/teacher-summer-talks-2025-max-pass-fast/🎒 Back-to-School Success Scholarship Application: https://airtable.com/app89WVXsQ7LOIxby/pagsprkPLRAOKcP0L/form--------About the Session:Tired of math lessons that fall flat? Ashley and Alicia are here with six energizing strategies to turn your math block into a hands-on, minds-on experience. From small group sparkle to risk-taking with whiteboards, they’ll help you teach the way kids learn best—concrete, curious, and confidence-boosting. 🎲➕✏️Links/Resources:Free Multiplication Games: https://rainbowsky.kartra.com/page/mathsfreebieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rainbowskycreations/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/rainbow-skies-for-teachers/id1713486550Shop: https://shop.rainbowskycreations.com/Meet Ashleigh and Alisha:We are Ashleigh and Alisha, the duo behind Rainbow Sky Creations. We love creating content that helps teachers feel seen, special and inspired. Our motto is to work smarter, not harder and we want to help as many teachers as we can to achieve that! There are rainbows ahead and together we're unstoppable!--------🎤 Teacher Summer Talks is hosted by Heidi and Emily from Second Story Window. They love helping teachers elevate what matters and simplify the rest. Connect with them on their podcast, Teacher Approved, and on Instagram at @2ndstorywindow.
About Teacher Approved: Elementary Teacher Tips & Strategies
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