The Four Pillars of Math are four concepts that are essential for students to understand in order to be successful in math. These pillars are: number sense, operational sense, proportional reasoning, and algebraic reasoning. By mastering these four fundamental concepts, students will be able to solve any problem they encounter in math. In addition, the... Continue reading
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Why Spatial Reasoning Is So Important For Mathematics
June 3, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
Do you remember the first time you solved a puzzle? The satisfaction of completing it and finally understanding how all the pieces fit together was an amazing feeling. As parents, we want to give our children the best opportunities for success in life, and part of that includes helping them develop strong problem-solving skills such... Continue reading
Does Your Child Have The Illusion Of Understanding
May 8, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
In psychology, the term “illusion of understanding” is used to describe a situation in which a person believes that they understand something better than they actually do. This often happens when people are trying to explain something to someone else. They may think they know it perfectly well, but only partially or superficially in reality.... Continue reading
How To Help Your Child With Multiplication
April 30, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
Math can be a stressful subject for many parents, and multiplication is one of the most feared subjects. When your child comes to you for help with their multiplication, you may feel like simply running away. If this sounds like you, chances are your fear of multiplication all comes down to two reasons. The first... Continue reading
Understanding Math Tools and Jargon
April 26, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
As discussed in previous blog posts, parents often feel frustrated when speaking with their children about math. Math calculations appear different from when they were in school, and how their child talks about math seems like a new language. This can often create barriers between parents and children in being able to discuss schoolwork. Working... Continue reading
Creating A Math Mindset
April 16, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
There is no doubt that the mindset of parents can profoundly impact a child when it comes to learning mathematics. The term mindset refers to your internal beliefs and assumptions and has been coined by Stanford University professor Carol Dweck. Your mindset dictates how situations are handled in daily life, and it can substantially impact... Continue reading
How To Notice Math Around You
April 13, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
Math is everywhere. Despite popular opinion, it is not only used by engineers or mathematicians. Math is a natural part of life that can be seen all around and is used in various forms every day. There are many ways to live and enjoy math. The end goal of your child’s math education should not... Continue reading
Ways To Support Math Learning At Home
April 11, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
Math can be a challenging subject for many students, but there are ways to support math learning at home. Parents can help their children develop strong math skills by providing practice opportunities and offering encouragement. In addition, parents can use resources like online games and apps to supplement at-home learning. By supporting their children’s math... Continue reading
Math is Math! Why Would They Change It?
April 5, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
If your child comes to you for help with their homework, you may be confused when you see how it is being taught. The mathematics that students learn today is most likely highly different from what you learned at school. The main thing to keep in mind is that math hasn’t changed. The way it... Continue reading
The Meaning Of Fractions
April 1, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
Fractions can often be a source of frustration starting in elementary school. Many times this is because children have not previously been taught algorithms and procedures correctly. They may often confuse methods with others they have learned for whole numbers or have simply not practiced fractions enough to understand them fully. This is precisely why... Continue reading
