When it comes to helping kids with school work, many parents dread math the most. Those first few years working on math facts at home may not seem too difficult, but then comes 5th grade and tons of fraction work. They’re adding and subtracting, multiplying and dividing, working with common denominators… It’s easy to become […]
Kinesthetic Math Activities
Do you know a kid that is always moving? Maybe they tap their pencil while all the other kids are listening to the teacher read. Or maybe they just can’t seem to stay in their seat. While many kids learn by listening or by reading something, these kids learn best by moving their bodies. When […]
Hidden Treasure Math Fact Zap!
Chances are if you have a child in elementary school they have math facts they need to practice at home each week. Flashcards are boring. But there are fun ways to practice math facts with the kids. Since kids love treasure hunts, we decided to mix math facts and a treasure hunt into our very […]
Funtastic Dr. Seuss Math Activities Kids Love
Every March schools around the U.S. celebrate a favorite picture book author, known for his zany stories, silly rhymes, and crazy characters. If you guessed it was Dr. Seuss, you are right! Teachers and librarians will read some of his most-loved books, known for inspiring young students to love reading. They will follow up with […]
Super Fun Math Activity for Kinesthetic Learners
She was supposed to be working on her spelling words, but out of the corner of my eye I could see her turning around, watching as I carefully lined up our flashcards across the kitchen floor. I knew I had her interest piqued. Sitting still is something my daughter doesn’t do. That’s one reason I […]
