Winter Escape Room, Save the Snowball Forest and the Animals!
In this class, students will complete math problems to figure out who is cutting down the trees in Storybook Forest! This is perfect for second and third grade students to practice comparing, adding, subtracting and more.
Megan Kinsella, M.Ed., NBCT
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(93)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3
In this class, students will practice their math skills while figuring out who is the culprit that is cutting down the trees in Snowball Forest! With each math problem that students solve, they will get a clue to figure out the mystery! I guide students through the escape room by first modeling a problem that is similar to the question they will see in the escape room. Then, when the escape room problem appears on the Google Slides, students will solve independently and then either private chat me the answer or show me the answer on their paper. This will allow me to give feedback and support to help students become a stronger mathematician. Then, we will take turns sharing how we solved the problem. I am a very encouraging teacher and like to show students a variety of strategies to help them pick the one that works for them. I also love when students share their ideas and strategies so we can learn from each other! Common Core Standards that are addressed: 2.NBT.1, 2.NBT.4, 2.NBT.5, 2.MD.10 Students need a basic understanding of number sense and adding and subtracting three digit numbers.
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2021
5.0
93reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Hi there!
I have been a teacher for 12 years in elementary school and currently teach 4th grade. I have experience working with all grade levels K - 6 and enjoy learning and working with students of any age. I have my Bachelor's Degree in elementary education and teaching credential from Loyola Marymount University. I received my Master's of Science Degree from Mount St. Mary's University where I completed my thesis in math word problem solving. I am a National Board Certified Teacher which means I am certified to teach in any state in the United States.
As a twelve year veteran teacher, I been trained in Common Core, Reader's and Writer's Workshop, and English Language Learner instruction. My students have a 90% pass rate in both math and reading on state standardized tests.
Teaching Philosophy:
I believe every student can learn and grow their brain. My teaching style involves a lot of student discussion mixed with strong modeling and guided practice. I encourage students to share their ideas, ask questions, make mistakes, and try something new. In any class I teach I promote kindness, respect, and having a growth mindset.
Some fun facts about me:
-Before teaching, I was a camp counselor and softball coach for five years
-I was a Girl Scout for 12 years and still work with Girl Scouts Troops today!
-I love Target and Starbucks
-My favorite books are Harry Potter, Boxcar children, and any Read Alouds I do with my class
-My favorite sports are softball, baseball, and volleyball
-My favorite video game: Mario Kart (I always pick Toad as my driver)
What I love to teach:
-All academic subjects but my favorite is Math
-Book talks with popular books (ex. Warrior Cats and Babysitter's Club)
-Celebrating holidays, learning about dinosaurs, and any other fun topic!
-More fun classes in the future!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$8
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 26 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-9
6-8 learners per class
