What is Math Anxiety and Why Is It Contagious? Many children struggle with early math concepts. This can produce feelings of stress which can then
What to Do When Your Kid Makes a Math Mistake
What to Do When Your Kid Makes a Math Mistake
In my work with my students, it’s really essential to me to also create a relaxed, playful environment. And a big part of this is how I handle it when
Plan for Math with These 5 Tips
Plan for Math with These 5 Tips
It's important to have a plan when you're teaching math; here are some tips that can help you as you plan your year in math. When I was first hired
Fractions Are Critical for Success in Higher Math
Fractions Are Critical for Success in Higher Math
ANN ARBOR, Mich.—What part of math success comes from knowing fractions? More than you might think, according to a new study that analyzed long-term
You Don’t Need to Be a Math Expert to Teach Math to Your Children
You Don’t Need to Be a Math Expert to Teach Math to Your Children
Who is a “math expert?” Certainly not me. At best, I have an adversarial relationship with math. At worst, I have been known to cry—the ugly cry; the
What is the Order of Operations?
What is the Order of Operations?
My very educated mother just served us nachos. Every good boy deserves fudge. Roy G. Biv Mnemonics. Be it the planets in our solar system,
What is the Sequence in Math?
What is the Sequence in Math?
Children tend to follow a developmental sequence in their learning as they grow and develop. As a very basic example, most children first begin to
Should Your Preschooler Use Math-U-See Blocks?
Should Your Preschooler Use Math-U-See Blocks?
You can prepare your preschooler for Math-U-See by providing her with purposeful activity and play in advance. Perhaps it’s happened in your house.
The Importance of Sequence and an Individualized Pace in Teaching Math
The Importance of Sequence and an Individualized Pace in Teaching Math
Teaching math in sequence is just as important as teaching someone how to drive by showing them one step at a time. Sequence is