Advancing 2nd Grade Math Curriculum with Boddle

"Boddle lets me assign concepts [...] in a fun and interesting way."

Jennifer is a seasoned 2nd grade teacher in Nebraska with over a decade of experience. Her dedication has been a driving force at her elementary school site,which serves a diverse group of 350 students across K-6 grade levels.

Key Outcomes:

• Enhanced math curriculum to challenge advanced students.
• Effective management of larger class sizes through independent work.
• Smooth transition in curriculum as the school expands its tracks in the lower grades.

Challenge:

Jennifer faced the significant challenge of meeting the varied learning needs of her students using a math curriculum that had been static for 15 years. The Saxon math program was particularly difficult in stretching the more advanced students in her class, which often surpassed 20 students.

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Solution:

Boddle presented a solution that allowed Jennifer to diversify her teaching methods. By using Boddle, she could assign math concepts that pushed the boundaries for her higher-achieving students, ensuring they remained engaged and challenged. Boddle's interactive and enjoyable platform made it an attractive tool for the students and an effective one for Jennifer.

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Implementation:

Integrating Boddle into her classroom routine, Jennifer found that it was perfectly suited for small group work. This was instrumental in managing her sizable class, facilitating independent learning while she provided focused attention to different student groups.

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Result:

The introduction of Boddle into Jennifer's 2nd grade elementary classroom brought new vitality to their math curriculum. It enabled her to cater to the top end of her class with challenging content, while its engaging nature kept students interested in their learning journey. The tool’s adaptability and effectiveness in promoting independent work have made it an invaluable asset as the school navigates from two to three tracks in the K-3 grades.

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“With a class size of over 20 students, Boddle is great for small group independent work."

- Jennifer, 2nd Grade Teacher

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Devices

Boddle currently runs on desktops, laptops, and Chromebooks using Safari, Firefox, or Chrome browsers. The Boddle app for iPad, tablets, and mobile users is also available on the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.

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