How to Teach Division

Home Math Resources Skills Division Teaching Division How to Teach Division: Tips from a Math Tutor How to teach division to elementary school students who are struggling. Tips from a math tutor for parents. Author Amber Watkins Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways How you teach division varies by grade level. While long division is typically […]

How to Multiply Decimals

Home Math Resources Skills Decimals Multiplying Decimals How to Multiply Decimals All you need to know about multiplying decimals by each other, whole numbers, and exponents. Boost your skills and confidence with this step-by-step guide. Author Tess Loucka Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Knowing how to multiply decimals is a crucial skill that you’ll […]

How to Divide Decimals

Home Math Resources Skills Decimals Dividing Decimals How to Divide Decimals “Learning how to divide decimals doesn’t have to be complicated,  just try not to forget the point.” Author Amber Watkins Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Dividing decimals requires a good understanding of basic long division steps. If students know how to do long […]

What is Decimal Place Value?

Home Math Resources Skills Decimals Decimal Place Value What is Decimal Place Value? Decimals made easy! The ins and outs of decimal place values – what they’re named, how they work, and applying them to real problems Author Tess Loucka Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Decimal numbers get smaller the farther away from the […]

How to Convert Decimals to Fractions

Home Math Resources Skills Decimals Converting Decimals to Fractions How to Convert Decimals to Fractions​ By the end of this lesson you will feel more confident converting decimals to fractions making you more prepared for other fifth-grade math lessons! Author Amber Watkins Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways Knowing how to convert a decimal to fraction […]

How to Skip Count by 2

Home Math Resources Skills Counting Skip Counting by 2 How to Skip Count by 2 Discover the importance of learning to count by 2s, a fundamental step in early math development. Author Michelle Griczika Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Counting by 2s introduces kids to number patterns and the basics of even and odd […]

How to Skip Count by 10

Home Math Resources Skills Counting Skip Counting by 10 How to Skip Count by 10 Skip counting by 10s is crucial in early math education, paving the way for more complex concepts like multiplication and division. Author Michelle Griczika Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Skip counting by 10 is foundational skill in early math education, […]

What is the Order of Operations in Math (PEMDAS)?

What is the Order of Operations in Math (PEMDAS)? Does the order in which we solve math problems matter? Yes! Let’s learn about the order of operations in math, aka PEMDAS, to solve multi-step expressions. Author Amber Watkins Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • The order of operations teaches the order in which to solve […]

What is a Multiple in Math?

Home Math Resources Skills Multiples & Factors Multiple What is a Multiple in Math? Understanding multiples can help your student find patterns, solve equations, and strengthen their multiplication and division skills. Author Katie Wickliff Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Multiples are the numbers you get when you multiply other numbers together. • Many numbers […]

What Is the Least Common Multiple?

Home Math Resources Skills Multiples & Factors Least Common Multiple What Is the Least Common Multiple? Read on to understand how to find the least common multiple in easy-to-understand terms. Author Jill Padfield Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways It’s all in the name – The least common multiple (LCM) of two numbers is the smallest […]