Episodes

Let’s talk. Send me a message with your email and I’ll get back to you! 🏀 What if your students were as engaged in math as they are in filling out their March College Basketball Madness brackets? March is one of the best time...

Let’s talk. Send me a message with your email and I’ll get back to you! February is the month of love, and we’re asking: Can you set high expectations and still be the teacher your students love and trust? Spoiler alert: You ...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! Do you know the secret to starting your math class on the right foot? It’s all in the warm-up! A great bell ringer not only sets the tone for the day but also engages your students and gets...

Let’s talk. Send me a message with your email and I’ll get back to you! AI is everywhere—but is it actually useful in math class, or just another tech buzzword? 🤔 When ChatGPT first hit the scene, I dismissed it. I thought, "...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! Presidents’ Day isn’t just a time to reflect on leadership—it’s a perfect opportunity to connect math to history and civic engagement! In this episode, we’re diving into cross-curricular co...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! Are you ready to turn the NFL Championship Big Game into a math teacher’s dream lesson? This episode is all about making math real , relevant, and engaging by connecting it to one of the bi...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! This week, I’m thrilled to sit down with Rob Barnett, a former teacher, co-founder of the Modern Classrooms Project (MCP), and author of the brand-new book Meet Every Learner’s Needs . Rob ...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! Want to make math feel relevant? In this episode, Kristen shares tips for connecting math lessons to students’ lives and interests. Plus, learn how to use AI tools to find real-world exampl...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! Is your classroom ready for the second semester? This episode dives into CHAMPS strategies to help you reset routines, reestablish expectations, and create a positive learning environment. ...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! Start the new year with intentionality! In this episode, Kristen shares strategies to help teachers and students set meaningful goals for 2025. From reflecting on last semester to using AI ...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! 🎉 Most Listened to in 2024! Replay of Ep 51: (Re)Building Thinking Classrooms: Consolidating + Note-Taking 🎉 Back by popular demand, this episode blew up in 2024, and we’re bringing it back...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! 🎉 Most Listened to in 2024! Replay of Ep 58: Unlock Classroom Routine: Essential Math Class Structure Tips 🎉 We’re bringing back one of your absolute favorites from 2024! This episode toppe...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! ✨ Reflect and Reset: Preparing for a Fresh Start in January As the year comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the semester and prepare for a fresh start in January. ✨ In this episode, K...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! ✨ Preparing for Semester Exams: Tips for Teachers and Students Feeling the pressure of semester exams? 📝 In this episode, Kristen shares her favorite tips to help teachers and students prep...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! ✨ The Gift Wrap Challenge: A Hands-On Math Activity Bring holiday cheer into your math classroom with the Gift Wrap Challenge! 🎁 In this episode, Kristen shares how this hands-on activity e...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! ✨ Inside the Episode: With the holidays right around the corner, keeping classroom behavior on track can feel like a challenge! 🎄 In this episode, Kristen shares practical strategies to man...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! ✨ Inside the Episode The winter holidays are here, and it’s time to celebrate! 🎄 But how can we bring the holiday spirit into our math classrooms in a way that’s inclusive and respectful of...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! ✨ Inside the Episode: With the holiday season in full swing, it can be hard to keep students engaged and focused. 🎄 In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher , Kristen shares easy real-wor...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! ✨ The holiday season is here, and we know how hectic it can get in the classroom! In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher , I’m sharing simple classroom strategies that will help you sta...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher , we’re diving deep into one of the simplest yet most powerful tools for any math teacher: exit tickets. If you’re looking for a quick, effective ...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher , we’re talking about how you can make math relevant and exciting by integrating election data into your algebra lessons. With the upcoming 2024 e...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! In this exciting episode of The Modern Math Teacher , we dive into some of the most debated topics in math education with Juliana Tapper, author of the upcoming book Teaching 6-12 Math Inte...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! Are you ready to make the most of parent-teacher conferences and open house this fall? 🍁 In this episode of The Modern Math Teacher , I’m sharing my top tips to help you feel prepared and c...

Let’s talk. Send me a text message! Are you ready to foster a growth mindset in your math classroom? 🎯 In this episode, we break down Jo Boaler’s top strategies for encouraging students to embrace challenges, learn from mista...