For some, getting stuck on a math problem is really anxiety provoking. Kinda like trying to buy a dress for me. Continue Reading →
What to do When You’re Stuck on a Math Problem (Or Buying a Dress)
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Get the Answer First
Step 1 to solving a word problem is “get the answer,” not, “define the variables.” Continue Reading →
Puzzles and Riddles that Improve Math Ability
Puzzles and Riddles improve math and logic skills. Here’s a list of good ones to try! Continue Reading →
Easy is in the Eye of the Beholder
What you find hard about math, others may find easy. Or the other way around! Continue Reading →
The Absolute Value of a Number is Always…
Absolute Values of numbers might be simple, but when you start using letters with them, watch out! Continue Reading →
Failure is Not an Option – It’s a Requirement
Being a failure is hard. Until you realize it’s the only way to math learning. And the only way to help your kids get to math learning! Continue Reading →
The Importance of Units and Percents
Units are important. But there’s more to them than just inches and feet. Percents are units too! Continue Reading →
The Correct Way to Show Your Work – Problem, Work and Solution
Showing your work is not about showing what someone else wants – it’s about setting yourself up for study success. Continue Reading →
Not Everything That Matches will Cancel
Often we cancel things in expressions and equations. But not everything that matches will cancel! Continue Reading →
The Only Person You Can Trust is YOU
If you don’t believe it, it might as well not be true. But you can still work while you wonder. Continue Reading →