Subject: Double Double Division Comment

Thanks for putting this information on the web! On October 4th, I started teaching division to a small group of lower performing fifth grade students. On Sunday night, I was so down-hearted about the idea of teaching it again on Monday morning that I Googled “How do I teach long division?” Thankfully, your site popped up. Three days later my group was able to divided 5 digit numbers by a 2 digit divisor. Wow! I’m thrilled! They’re thrilled!

Some students have commented:

  • This is actually fun!
  • This is easy because I have a toolbox!  (this is what we call the X facts.)
  • Can I come to Saturday school to do this again?
  • Can I show ________ (insert anyone’s name) how to do this?

    I have bragged about this method and my kids’ progress to anyone who will listen. Thank you.

    Sincerely,
    XXXXX XXXXXXXX
    Intermediate Intervention Teacher

    • Emailed to me on November 2, 2006:
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