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Ah, math. It’s why I became an English major. But now math is spinning back around and haunting me in the form of my fifth grader. Last night, I found myself dealing with how to multiply fractions as ...

To multiply two numbers with the same unit places, such as 97 and 98, one can write it as (100-3) x (100-2). Next, add the two numbers 3 and 2 together, which gives 5. Subtract 5 from 100 (as it falls ...

Identify and represent fractions (equal parts of a whole) using pictures and words. Explore the concept of fractions as equal parts of a whole. Identify and represent fractions using pictures and ...

Sometimes the easiest, simplest way to liven up a party, sleepover, family gathering or presentation to a class is to perform a magic trick. Most magic tricks require fancy costumes and props, but ...

You may draw examples from Miguel Secillano, Terence Tao, or even from Shakuntala Devi, all you want – but if getting your ...

It’s around fourth grade that many youngsters become discouraged by math and begin to think of it as a subject they’re just not good at. Be aware of this and try to prevent your child from developing ...