As I talk to parents, a student’s anxiety towards learning math or spelling is often discussed. I often hear “We just open the math book and they
Can the Study of Math Lead to a Flourishing Life?
Can the Study of Math Lead to a Flourishing Life?
Why Study Math? There are a few answers to this question, some more obvious than others. We study and practice mathematics because it is useful for
Integer Blocks = Success for the Artsy Math Student
Integer Blocks = Success for the Artsy Math Student
The misconception that students are either strong in math or strong in art but not both is something I hear often. As a Placement Specialist, I often
Dear Students, Meet The Mathematicians Who Fight Disease
Dear Students, Meet The Mathematicians Who Fight Disease
(If your student is struggling to feel motivated studying algebra or geometry, have them read the following about the exciting ways mathematicians aid
4 Questions to Ask If You’re Struggling with Teaching Math
4 Questions to Ask If You’re Struggling with Teaching Math
If you're struggling with teaching math, you may relate to the questions in this blog post. When I get something and there are instructions, I give
Consistency is Key in Math and Spelling
Consistency is Key in Math and Spelling
I think we fail to recognize the value of consistency in our time with our children. Too often, we find ourselves as homeschool parents having to flex
The Secret to Why Your Student Struggles in Math
The Secret to Why Your Student Struggles in Math
Why do some people have math struggles? We'll look at our relationship with math and the dialogue we use to look for an answer. There are two kinds
The Importance of Improving Math Culture
The Importance of Improving Math Culture
As human beings, our social selves are shaped by human culture. The language we speak, the monetary currency we use, the movies we watch; the examples
Abacus and Algorithm: A History of Math
Abacus and Algorithm: A History of Math
We often teach mathematics as if it were ahistorical, as if all mathematical insights - from the concept of zero to theories of infinite sets - were