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Living Math

Math is used every day. Living math is an aptly put term for teaching math through the every day uses of math. Children are taught how to solve real life math problems using real life scenarios or hands on manipulatives or simply through play. Push the worksheets and textbooks aside and see the equations you solve daily. A child will learn to understand math when he sees the connection to the physical world around him. Real world math scenarios to consider: Doubling a recipe. Cutting a recipe in half. Calculating change before the cashier hands it back. How much money … Continue reading →

7 Thanksgiving Math Activities

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving! As you are running around mad with preparations. . .maybe you want to squeeze in a little math? Here are ten math activities that will keep your students’ minds sharp. 1. Make Placemats–I admit this doesn’t have to be a math activity. But if you need something for your little ones to do while they’re at the kiddie table, consider making placemats. Print out some worksheets, games, even coloring pages. Laminate them (most teacher supply stores do this.) Voila–instant educational activity at the dinner table to keep little ones occupied. 2. Have your kids figure out how … Continue reading →