Who doesn’t love a trip to the zoo? Zoos help show people the wonder of wildlife, and they play important roles in conservation. National Zoo Awareness Day is recognized on August 31 each year. It’s a great time to discuss the role zoos play in our communities and society, as well as the scientific benefits they provide. It’s also a great time to work some zoo-themed activities into your math class! Read More
When the summer heat starts setting in, many people turn toward swimming to take the edge off. This month’s blog offers three different ideas to help reinforce various math skills, from basic operations to money to geometry, all centered around one of summer’s favorite activities. Just make sure your mathematicians are good swimmers and have reviewed pool safety rules before they hop in! Read More
Did you know April 26th is National Pretzel Day in the United States? Introduce your students to this fun, lesser-known holiday while also reinforcing pattern recognition, math fact fluency, and basic geometry skills with these quick, easy, and tasty activities! Read More
By February, we’re all eagerly awaiting the arrival of spring. But it’s still the perfect time to do a chilly experiment that introduces or reinforces the basics of the scientific method alongside essential math skills. Read on for two simple ice cube activities you can do that are suited for different ages! Read More
Don’t let the winter doldrums get you down—and don’t let the holidays erase your children’s math progress! Here are a few ideas for quick and simple daily math practice as the calendar year draws to a close. Read More
