Integers, Absolute Value, Opposites, and Comparing & Ordering - Interactive "doodle notes" -When students color or doodle in math class, it activates both hemispheres of the brain at the same time. There are proven benefits of this cross-lateral brain activity:- new learning- relaxation (less math anxiety)- visual connections- better memory & retention of the content!Students fill in the sheets, answer the questions, and color, doodle or embellish. Then, they can use it as a study guide later on.Content includes:- definitions of integer, absolute value, and opposite- visuals & concept-builders- notation- number lines- comparing and ordering integers- practice and examples Check out the preview images for more detail about this item and the research behind it. 2 pages are included, plus answer keys, samples, and info. ____________________________________________________________________________ Reviews from other teachers: -I used this with my 5th graders for a sneak peek of 6th grade math. Super engaging and very easy to comprehend! -This quick review helped my students during distance learning because it helped me to present a clear and thoughtful review lesson. I can't wait to get back to normal classroom settings and resume my use of doodle notes to help guide students on their mathematical journey. -I work with students with emotional and behavioral disabilities, as well as learning disabilities. I am always looking for activities that are more engaging than just the rote practice of skills. Doodle Notes fit the bill perfectly. Thanks! -My students are getting used to using the doodle notes. It's something new for them and I've explained how the activation of different areas of the brain in order to help them better understand the math concepts. They are starting to get the hang of it and I think it will go really well in the future. I am a teacher in Ontario Canada so our curriculum doesn't align completely with the US curriculums but I feel these sheets will be invaluable when my students buy into the cross curricular connections of math, music and art. -I used these doodle notes with my remedial after-school program kids towards the end of the school year. It was a great way to visualize and review what integers are and how they apply to real-world situations.
