The story of two friends, one glaring mistake, and the discovery that mathematicians are people too. Continue Reading →
Mathematicians are People Too – And They Make Mistakes!
We Use Math and Grammar Rules – They Don’t Use Us!
I got in a grammar twitter fight that made me think about how we use math and grammar rules – and how we sometimes let them use us! Continue Reading →
What is a Ruler and Compass Construction?
Inspired by Oleg Gleizer’s teacher interview question, this is the definition and the start of a series on ruler-and-compass constructions. Continue Reading →
Math Teacher Interview Questions
At 8:30 PM CST tonight, October 20, 2011, I’m attending a presentation by a math dad who wrote a book inspired by his search for the right math teacher. Continue Reading →
Yummymath for Kids & Cheap Help for Grownups
I’ve taken a shine to Yummymath, a site that offers great math worksheets with crazy detailed solutions/parents guides. Continue Reading →
Early Childhood Math Teaching Tips Roundup
Early childhood math teaching is fun, if you don’t let it get the best of you. Here’s a round up of articles for parents of early learners. Continue Reading →
HELP – Logic Puzzle Announcing The Homeschool Blog Awards
I tried to create a logic puzzle as a groovy way to announce this. Alas, I totally need help! Will you try my puzzle and make a suggestion? Continue Reading →
Wordless Wednesday: Fibonacci Baskets
Isn’t wordless Wednesday supposed to not have words? I’m totally messing that up – but it is a great photo of Fibonacci Baskets! Continue Reading →
Present Value vs Future Value – How Can You Tell the Difference?
Ever wonder what the difference is between a Present Value annuity and a Future Value annuity? Wonder no more! This video explains it. Continue Reading →
Mathematician Parent: Libby Often
Math mom, teacher and student, Libby Often shares her thoughts on the challenges and hopes of sharing math with her sons and her students. Continue Reading →