Tired of simple flash card drills? Looking to add an element of fun to practicing essential math skills? From number recognition to division to fractions, you can turn any skills review into a literal game with just a little bit of prep. Trust us: it’s worthwhile! Read More
As February turns into March, those of us in the northern hemisphere experience the turn from winter to spring. This month’s blog post explores five different season-shifting ideas for practicing a wide range of math skills with your young learners. Read More
Young learners are exposed to all kinds of graphs in math class: bar graphs, histograms, dot plots, scatter plots, and more! Winter vacation is a great opportunity to engage them with a real-life example of the application of line graphing. Read More
Few times of year are more exciting for a sweet-toothed child (or adult!) than October. Whether you’re trick-or-treating, passing out candy, or simply walking down candy-stuffed store aisles, the Halloween season offers a plethora of hidden sorting opportunities perfect for practicing graphing skills. Let’s dive into a real treat of an activity that’s accessible to all ages! Read More
The end of summer and back-to-school season is the perfect time to talk about… well… time! Whether vacation is still winding down or whether students are familiarizing themselves with a new classroom and school year, this month’s blog explores ways to reflect and grow while working hands-on with time-telling and elapsed-time skills. Read More
