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Little Minds Big Thinkers

Tammy McMorrow
Building Thinking Classrooms
Math Education
Peter Liljedahl
Thinking Classroom
Education
Thinking Classrooms
Problem Solving
Math
Mathematics Education
Elementary Education
Reading
Second Grade Teaching
Mathematical Goals
Trust In Education
Student Empowerment
Collaborative Learning
Writing
SEL (social Emotional Learning)
Labels In Education
Asset-Based Language

Little Minds Big Thinkers is a podcast where educators talk about the magic and messiness of the elementary thinking classroom based on the work of Peter Liljedahl.

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Latest Episodes

In today's episode, I talk with Tracey Iglehart. She teaches third grade in California. Once again, it's a pleasure to converse with an educator who believes in student agency and ability in a thinking classroom. Enjoy!

Tru Framework

In this episode, I briefly share about the beginning impact of Pam Harris' problem strings on my thinking classroom. I hope I convince at least one person to look at her work more closely. (My deepest apology to Berkeley Everett for saying his name c... more

In today's episode, I chat with Lisa Hillstrom, an instructional coach in California. She's a gold card member of the BTC club, so it's a great honor to learn from her.

The Five Practices in Practice

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In this episode, I have the great pleasure of talking with Jen Miller, who teaches first grade in North Carolina. She graciously shares how she's figuring out BTC in her space with her thinkers. Enjoy!

Jen's Instagram - mrsmillerclass1

Carrie Well... more

In this episode, I smile, nod, laugh, and hang on every word from Vanessa Vakharia. She's a rock star, author, podcaster, and advocate for positive emotional relationships with math. She's golden.

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Math Therap... more

Today I chat with Catherine Smith who teaches a 3/4 combo class in New Zealand. I think many will relate to Catherine's journey and feel both inspired and seen. Enjoy!

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Mathematical Mindsets

Number Talks

Make Math Moments

Mathematical Tasks... more

In today's episode, I share thoughts from the brilliance of Amy Chang and Dr. Becky Kennedy, who encourage us all to lead with curiosity.

Amy@buildingthinkingclassrooms.com

@drbeckyatgoodinside (Instagram)

Good Inside

Interweaving Equitable Part... more

In today's episode, I talk with two young friends who can articulate well what it means to be good at math. I hope you enjoy this chat as much as I did.

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Recent Guests

Lisa Hillstrom
An instructional coach in California
Episode: 70. Any Class Can with Lisa Hillstrom
Jen Miller
First-grade teacher at Hillsborough Elementary School
Hillsborough Elementary School
Episode: 69. In Charge of Your Own Learning with Jen Miller
Catherine Smith
Teacher from Dunedin, New Zealand, specializing in grades 3-4.
New Zealand education system
Episode: 67. Everyone Can Do Maths with Catherine Smith
Brendan Scribner
Math consultant and educator
Scrib Mathr
Episode: 64. Awe with Brendan Scribner
Emily Jenkins
Kindergarten teacher with 24 years of experience, passionate about teaching math and fostering a thinking classroom environment.
Teaching in a rural farming community in Central Illinois
Episode: 62. Limited to Limitless with Emily Jenkins
Vanessa Vakharia
Author of Math Therapy, focusing on relationships with math.
Episode: 61. Let's Be Friends
Kristen Acosta
A passionate educator with 25 years of experience dedicated to creating engaging math experiences for students.
Episode: 58. Bringing Math to Life with Kristen Acosta
Megan Madlem
Kindergarten teacher with two decades of experience
Indiana School
Episode: 57. It's Life Skills with Megan Madlem
James Myklebust-Hampshire
Fifth-grade teacher from Norway and creator of Sembl.
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Episode: 56. Sembl with James Myklebust-Hampshire

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Tammy McMorrow
Host of Little Minds Big Thinkers, passionate about innovative educational practices and building supportive learning environments for children.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

72. Equitable Access with Tracey Iglehart
Q: What do you think the person who is new to BTC might need to hear?
They need to trust the random grouping of students and be assured that they are not harming their students by adopting less traditional methods of teaching.
72. Equitable Access with Tracey Iglehart
Q: What's been particularly messy or challenging? And how have you worked through it?
Tracey reflects on balancing curriculum pacing expectations with the need for effective pedagogy, considering the need for juicier tasks and addressing student behavioral issues more effectively.
67. Everyone Can Do Maths with Catherine Smith
Q: What advice do you have for someone new to building thinking classrooms?
Invest the time and money in resources and realize that each year you can become more confident in implementing these practices.
67. Everyone Can Do Maths with Catherine Smith
Q: How has Peter's work transformed your teaching?
It has allowed me to give out tasks and stand back while the students engage independently.
30. Collective Efficacy with Dan LeVasseur
Q: How has the Building Thinking Classroom model been a game changer in your classroom?
The ability to reach more students and meet their needs using Building Thinking Classrooms has transformed my role in math instruction through visibility and engagement with students.

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This podcast focuses on the intricacies and transformative experiences within elementary education, particularly emphasizing the Building Thinking Classrooms approach developed by Peter Liljedahl. Discussions typically involve educators sharing personal anecdotes, innovative teaching techniques, and how they foster collaborative and supportive learning environments. Key themes include nurturing positive relationships with mathematics, the importance of creating a sense of agency among students, and overcoming challenges such as math anxiety. The engaging conversations are likely to resonate with current educators and those interested in progressive teaching methods, especially in the context of early childhood education.

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2. Jen Miller
3. Catherine Smith
4. Brendan Scribner
5. Emily Jenkins
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8. Megan Madlem

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