As a parent, you want what’s best for your child. You work hard to provide them with everything they need to succeed in life – from a solid education to good moral values. But did you know that family engagement is also one of the most important things you can do for your child? Here... Continue reading
Category: Learn Math
Understanding Positive Screen Time Between Children and Technology
May 11, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
As technology becomes increasingly intertwined in our society, many parents are left wondering how to integrate it into their children’s lives best. Negative screen time, such as when kids watch too much television or play violent video games, is extremely different from positive screen time. This includes using devices and apps for educational purposes, communicating... 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
The Lingering Effects Of Unfinished Learning
April 22, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
Although our lives have returned to what feels like normal, the reality is that we are all still living with the aftermath of COVID. For kids, this means unfinished learning, and for parents, it can mean feeling like we need to do more to help our children catch up. The good news is that there... Continue reading
Developing Habits That Generate Success
April 19, 2022 by The Dropkick Math Team
I often get parents asking me how they can help their children with their study skills. We are all familiar with coming home the night before a test and studying to memorize how to calculate each math problem. But as an educator, I explain to parents that we would rather have children develop habits that... 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
