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2nd Grade

2nd Grade Subtraction – What You Need to Know

If you have noticed your second grader staring blankly at subtraction worksheets or melting down over a stack of subtraction flashcards, you aren’t alone. In the world of elementary education,...

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New Math Explained: How to Teach 2nd Grade Addition (Without Losing Your Mind)

Let’s be honest for a second. Have you ever sat down to help your second grader with their math homework, looked at a series of boxes and “number bonds,” and...

Math Education

A Massive Investment in Education Will Change How Kids Experience Math

The Gates Foundation is investing $1.1 billion in math education. That number alone tells you something important: We are not dealing with a small problem. But what’s more interesting is...

Math Education

When Math Data Isn’t Clear, Students Pay the Price

Very few states provide transparent information on math performance and opportunities. So what does that mean for educators, policymakers and families? Transparent and user-friendly report cards are a basic but...

Math Education

Why Fractions Are Where Most Kids Fall Behind in Math

Fractions are where many kids fall behind in math. Learn why they’re so challenging and how to help your child truly understand them.

Math Education

Why Kids Fall Behind in Math (And It Starts Earlier Than You Think)

Why do so many kids fall behind in math? New data shows early gaps, not ability, are the real issue. Here’s what parents need to know.

Tips & Tricks

Why The Approach of “Just Seeing If It Gets Better” Backfires

Worried your child is struggling in math? Here are key signs to watch for—like anxiety, avoidance, low confidence, and trouble with word problems—plus what to do next.

Growth Mindset

We’ve Been Thinking About Kids and Math All Wrong

When pondering the question, why don’t kids like math? I kept coming back to my personal experience as a math teacher and tutor, thinking, but they do like math! In...

Tips & Tricks

Breaking Barriers: How to Help Kids With ADHD Succeed At Math

For many students with ADHD, math can feel like an unclimbable mountain. Traditional approaches to math often rely heavily on rote memorization and lengthy problem sets, which can lead to...

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Summer Math Programs: How They Can Prevent Learning Loss in Young Students

As summer approaches, parents and educators alike turn their attention to how they can support young learners during the break. Summer is a time for relaxation, fun, and travel, yet...