Math
Charting Your Course
Math
Charting Your Course
Preschool to Middle School
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KEYS TO SUCCESS
Whatever math curriculum you choose, the following will help you to be more successful
Start Young
Young children’s brains are highly flexible and wired to absorb information. They form neural pathways at a rapid rate, allowing them to quickly learn & adapt. Even young children can have fun exploring advanced math concepts such as algebra, decimals, fractions, & more. Allow children to explore math concepts while they still think of it as fun and games.
Use Manipulatives
Manipulatives are not only fun, but they help children clearly visualize answers. The physical action of utilizing the manipulatives makes it easier to remember concepts. Manipulatives provides a concrete, tangible way of exploring mathematical concepts & determining if answers are correct.
Teach Math Facts Separately
The speed with which children memorize their math facts often does not correlate with the speed they are ready to explore new mathematical concepts. Don’t slow down a child’s opportunities to explore new math concepts because they have not memorized their facts. As a child continues to explore concepts with manipulatives, it reinforces & speeds their math fact memorization.
Have Students Correct Mistakes
Mistakes reveal gaps in a child’s understanding or carelessness in their work. By going back and correcting their mistakes, especially as they regularly review missed problems with a parent or tutor, it solidifies their understanding. They also develop discipline and focus, helping them avoid careless mistakes in the future.
Apply Math to Real Word Situations
The speed with which children memorize their math facts often does not correlate with the speed they are ready to explore new mathematical concepts. Don’t slow down a child’s opportunities to explore new math concepts because they have not memorized their facts. As a child continues to explore concepts with manipulatives, it reinforces & speeds their math fact memorization.
Do Lots of Review
Mistakes reveal gaps in a child’s understanding or carelessness in their work. By going back and correcting their mistakes, especially as they regularly review missed problems with a parent or tutor, it solidifies their understanding. They also develop discipline and focus, helping them avoid careless mistakes in the future.
Middle School to High School
Independent Exploration for Kids
