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Numerical Dyslexia: Should My Child Take a Dyscalculia Test?

Numerical dyslexia is a term few parents ever Google search unless they have a child that struggles with math. Although the correct term is dyscalculia, having trouble calculating numbers is not as globally recognized as struggling with reading. You may even be wondering if a dyscalculia test exists! There are several reasons why this might […]

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02 December 2019

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Creating Learning Opportunities Around Your Child’s Interests

As both a teacher and parent, I’ve found there are generally two types of students: those who like school and those who do not. Although all kids like learning, many do not realize they do. They would rather be doing almost anything else – riding a bike, going swimming, playing tag. These obstacles make creating […]

Dino

02 December 2019

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Kids Not Doing Homework? 3 Ways to Win the Homework War

Kids not doing homework? Welcome to the family. As a teacher and parent, I know one thing for sure—most kids HATE doing homework. Honestly, I can’t blame them. After 8 plus hours of being stuck in a classroom, the last thing a kid wants to do is come home and do more schoolwork. They have […]

Dino

02 December 2019

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Math is Fun: 3 Ways to Convince Your Kids

Some kids hate math early on. For others, a distaste for math seems to really develop in students during middle school. Usually, when they start taking difficult subjects like algebra and geometry. Since these are a lot more difficult than standard arithmetic, it comes as no surprise that the frustrations take shape here. This was […]

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02 December 2019

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1st Grade Math: Online Practice Test Benefits

Can your student stand the test—of 1st grade math? Online practice test options and variations seem endless. The internet is infamous for, among other things, its uncanny ability to make decision-making difficult. What should you look for in the right practice test? Is it worth it to find a practice test for your child at […]

Dino

19 August 2019

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Why Summer Math Programs for 5th Graders Are Important

Practice makes perfect! Summer math programs for 5th graders are vital to ensure that your child gets the repetition and reinforcement they need. This is especially if you find that your child is struggling with math. I’ve spent countless summers trying to figure out ways to help my own children beat the summer slide. Thankfully, […]

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30 July 2019

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Singapore Math vs. Common Core: What’s the Difference?

I’m sure you have heard of Common Core, but have you heard of Singapore Math? As a discipline, education has evolved much over the years. Different methods and strategies have developed, new replacing the old. Today, learning math is not as simple as just “learning math”. The way that math is being learned is also […]

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12 July 2019

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Elementary Math: How to Boost Math Skills

Elementary math can be one of the toughest parts of school. ‘Getting’ these skills are also crucial for student success. One reputable study showed that children who struggle with math early on rarely catch up. The research results showed that children who are behind in math in the fourth and eighth grades only have a […]

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12 July 2019

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