The 15 Best Math Tricks for Kids

Home Math Resources Guides Math Tricks The 15 Best Math Tricks for Kids Make mental math a breeze with these quick and easy math tricks.  Author Jill Padfield Published: Nov 2024 Key takeaways Math is full of tricks and shortcuts – Because math is so interwoven and connected, you can find plenty of ways to […]

Fun Math Puzzles for Kids

Home Math Resources Guides Math Puzzles for Kids 12 Fun Math Puzzles for Kids Math puzzles for kids are a great way to encourage a love of math, regardless of your child’s ability.  Author Christina Levandowski Published: Nov 2024 Key takeaways Math puzzles help children develop life skills – Math puzzles build confidence and critical […]

7 Learning Styles That Every Parent Should Know

Home Math Resources Guides Learning Styles 7 Learning Styles That Every Parent Should Know Take a multi-faceted approach to appeal to all learning preferences. Author Jill Padfield Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways Everyone learns a little differently – Learning styles are all about the many ways people like to learn and process new information. No […]

45 Math Brain Teasers for Kids

Home Math Resources Guides Brain Teasers for Kids 45 Math Brain Teasers for Kids Improve problem-solving skills with these fun brain teasers Author Jill Padfield Published: March 2025 Key takeaways Math brain teasers improve life skills – Consistently doing brain teasers has been shown to improve academic focus, critical thinking, and confidence. Start with easy […]

25 Fun Math Activities for Preschoolers

Home Math Resources Guides Math Activities Math Activities for Preschoolers Boost your child’s development with 25 fun preschool math activities Author Jill Padfield Published: Jan 2026 Key takeaways Start simple – Young children need to be taught basic math skills in a fun and engaging way. Starting with anything too complicated can lead to frustration. […]

What is mental math?

Home Math Resources Guides Mental Math What is Mental Math and How Do You Get Better at It? What is mental math, and how can we use it to solve the problems in front of us? Let’s take a look! Author Tess Loucka Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways Mental calculation is important – While it’s […]

Why Is Math So Hard?

Home Math Resources Guides Why is Math Hard Why Is Math Hard? Math can be tough for some students. For many, learning how to approach math problems differently can be the key to solving mathematics stress. Author Jill Padfield Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways There isn’t a singular reason math is hard for some people […]

20 Skip Counting Games to Play at Home

Home Math Resources Guides Skip Counting Games 20 Skip Counting Games to Play at Home A quick and easy way to introduce your student to the basics of multiplication. Author Jill Padfield Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways Skip counting is easy and efficient – Skip counting is a simple way to teach your student how […]

What is number sense?

Home Math Resources Guides Number Sense What is number sense? Strong number sense is key to mastering math concepts, and these number sense activities will help your learner develop their skills and confidence. Author Katie Wickliff Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Number sense refers to a group of foundational math skills that allow students […]

10 helpful math strategies for struggling kids

Home Math Resources Guides Math Strategies 10 Effective Math Strategies With some careful planning and a little creativity, you can make math practice effective and fun. Author Jill Padfield Published: September 2025 Key takeaways Make it meaningful – Practice should help foster understanding and appreciation for the math skill. It shouldn’t feel like busy work. […]