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Think back to when you were learning math in school, and you’ll probably remember being drilled with quick problem solving and memorizing multiplication tables. While these methods have their place in learning math, researchers now recognize how important it is to understand the concepts behind math operations, and how critical it is to provide kids with visual models to aid in their understanding. Keep reading to discover some of the most important visual tools to use while teaching kids math concepts and operations.

If you’ve never thought about playing a game of chess with your young child, think again! Learning chess requires the player to think hard without needing to read, making this game accessible to children as young as 5! What’s more is that playing chess has been shown to boost critical thinking and problem solving skills, dubbed by many as making kids smarter. This article will show you how to reap the benefits and introduce your little learner to chess! 

It’s almost that time of the year again, and kids everywhere are getting excited for some summer fun in the sun! Even though the school year is drawing to a close, it’s important that kids stay engaged in meaningful learning. If you’re looking for ideas to keep kids focused during the last few weeks of school, this article will give you 4 fun ideas for exciting end of the year math projects!

When it comes to teaching our kids to read, it may seem like a daunting and impossible task for someone who isn’t already an early education teacher. While sight word flashcards and worksheets are no doubt important, the first step to teaching kids how to read is simply to pick up a book and start reading. This article explores ways to read with your child to maximize early literacy and language learning.

Kids boost natural science knowledge and STEM skills simply by learning more about conservation efforts, and reusing items to make new, useful creations. If you’re searching for exciting new Earth Day activities for kids, keep reading to discover 4 fun-filled learning experiences perfect for young learners of any age!

The grass is growing, and the flowers are all in bloom. Spring is the best time of year to create bright and eye-catching crafts that will flex your child’s creativity and imagination while celebrating the season! If you’re looking for refreshing new ideas for springtime crafts, this article will share 3 invigorating spring art activities for preschoolers!

Are you looking for new ideas to teach measurement in a fun, yet meaningful way? Measurement is a necessary skill for kids to learn, but kids have a hard time grasping the concept from desk work alone. Instead, offer kids hands-on ways to to engage with measurement and data to keep them motivated, and set a real-life purpose for learning this important math concept. 

Toddlers learn a lot about geometry long before they ever enter the classroom. But once kids get to school, they begin to learn much more about the shapes and angles that make up their world. Since geometry is ever so present in the environment around us, it’s only natural to teach kids geometry through the use of hands-on objects and activities. 

Place value is so important for kids to master since it sets the foundation for all other math concepts to come! Thanks to place value, we’re able to understand the value and meaning behind numbers; learning it early on increases kids’ sense of numeracy and prepares them for learning complicated math operations.  

Fractions get a bad rap for being difficult and frustrating to work with. But learning to work with fractions doesn’t have to be such a struggle! Let’s take a look at some easy ways to make learning fractions easier for both you and your child. This next article will explore 4 simple tips to help your little mathematician learn fractions.