All About Math Level 5 is the final of five levels in a delightful, multisensory program that carefully builds children’s understanding of how our number system works. This new level builds upon the foundation laid in All About Math Levels…
When math feels slow, frustrating, and full of one step forward, two steps back, the issue may not be ability so much as fluency. Math is like learning to read. A traditional math curriculum relies on rote memorization, similar to…
Reversing numbers is extremely common in young children but can raise concerns for parents, who wonder whether it is a sign of dyslexia. It can be, but by itself, it isn’t a definitive symptom of dyslexia. As we discuss in…
Parents often notice it early on: a child who eagerly curls up with books but freezes at math worksheets—or another who quickly grasps numbers and patterns but struggles to sound out simple words. This contrast naturally leads to questions about…
What Is Mathematical Reasoning? Mathematical reasoning is the ability to think logically and make sense of math, to use what you know to figure out what you don’t. It can be as straightforward as knowing the numbers 4 and 6…
Parents often talk about wanting their children to feel confident with math, but confidence does not start with memorizing addition facts or completing daily worksheets. It begins with number sense, the foundational understanding that numbers have meaning, that they relate…
If your child is struggling with math, you’re not alone. Unfortunately, many parents in this situation worry that their child simply isn’t good at math. However, difficulty with math often comes from gaps in understanding. If a child doesn’t fully…
All About Math Level 4 is the fourth level of five in a delightful, multisensory program that carefully builds children’s understanding of how our number system works. This new level builds upon the foundation laid in All About Math Levels…
Learning how to tell time is a milestone skill that blends math understanding with real-world independence. Whether a child is just beginning to learn how to tell time on a clock or is ready for more advanced practice, such as…
Why Math Games Work “Mom! I don’t get it. I hate math!” Sound familiar? Challenges with math are common. When a child is stuck on a concept, it can be difficult to find a new way to explain it. If…
First, what is executive functioning? Executive functioning refers to a set of cognitive self-management skills: working memory, planning and organizing, impulse control, self-monitoring, and cognitive flexibility.1
Is your child ready for math instruction? Before you dive into workbooks or structured lessons, it’s important to lay a solid foundation. Play-based learning in preschool serves a valuable purpose in preparing a child’s brain for later, more formal education….