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Some Fun Ways to Teach Counterexamples
A counterexample is a special kind of example that disproves a statement. They are everywhere – and that’s the best part about teaching them!
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Two Reasons to Memorize Math Facts
Some people believe that math facts shouldn’t be memorized. Here are two reasons they should.
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Be the Village – How to Help Every Kid with Math
You might not be a nurturer, but you can still be part of the village it takes to raise a child. You can help with math!
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5 Phases of Learning Math
The five phases of learning math are: exposure, activity, settling, re-engagement and application. Hit on this cycle more than once to improve learning.
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How to Teach Division in the Sandbox
Seeing division helps a great deal with understanding division. Especially when it comes to remainders. This video offers a tangible way to do this.
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Using Toys as Curriculum Tools to Teach Arithmetic
Cups that are “built to scale” stop being just toys and start being the ideal curriculum tool to teach math and arithmetic!
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In How Many Ways Can You Solve the Thiagi Circles Jolt?
A fun puzzle from world famous Thiagi – and the number of different ways to solve it!
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Teaching Patterns with Playful Bath Shapes
Differentiation is the foundation of learning. Curiosity comes in the form of “Why is that different?” And right behind it is “Why is that the same?”
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The Only Reason to Do a Word Problem
I’ve avoided teaching word problems for years. I never really knew why – until now. A word problem is only important if you’re emotionally attached to it!
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How to Teach Similar Triangles and Have Fun Doing It
Similar triangles can be different from congruent triangles. Here’s how to play with them on a nifty toy.
About MathFour.com
I’m Bon Crowder and the photos above are both of me – in 1989 and today. I’m a Generation X mom of Generation Z kids. I began peer tutoring in high school in 1984.
MathFour.com is the “today” version of me helping peers be comfortable in math. If you’re a Gen-X parent, you’re in the right place!
Wanna connect? Give me a call at 713-557-8048.