Articles
Check out these articles about grit, number sense, math anxiety and math in general. These are some of my thoughts and beliefs. Hope you enjoy them!
What is number sense and why it matters?
A child's number sense refers to his or her fluidity and flexibility with numbers. It helps children understand what numbers mean, improves their...
Do speed and memorization matter in math?
Speed in mathematics If the terms "Math Minute" make your child cringe, he is not alone. Timed math tests are 60 seconds of stress and anxiety for...
Grit and elementary math: A winning combination for the students to succeed
When we mention the word ‘grit’, we mean the ability of a person to be dedicated enough to complete the assigned task efficiently, even when things...
Why teachers need to be gritty too?
We have heard a lot about gritty students in recent years. Grit researchers are now focusing their efforts on teachers. In a study published in the...
Why some children hate mathematics?
It is a common observation that a large number of children do not like mathematics, in fact, they simply hate it. Students who are struggling are...
Math Anxiety: It is a real thing!
Have you ever felt anxious and stressed when your math teacher asked you a question? Or while doing your math homework? If this is the case, you may...
What is grit and why is it important?
Grit is the drive and determination to achieve long-term and meaningful goals. Essentially, it is one's ability to endure and persist over time on a...