Parent Resources

This page is your resource for understanding the exciting ways your child is learning mathematics in elementary school. Here you'll find articles that explore current teaching methods and practices we use to build strong number sense, problem-solving skills, and a positive attitude towards math. We aim to make math engaging, meaningful, and accessible for all students, fostering a deep understanding that goes beyond memorization. Explore the articles below to learn more about the mathematical practices and pedagogies we use in the classroom and how you can support your child's mathematical journey at home.

Articles:

4 Ways to Make Math Fluency Activities Fun

The Need to Interact with Numbers Flexibly and Conceptually

Fostering Parent-Child Math Talks with the 4 Cs

Mathematical Thinking Begins in the Early Years with Dialogue and Real-World Exploration

The Mathematics of Hope

The Connection Between Reading and Math

When Students Acquire Spatial Skills Their Verbal Abilities Get a Boost

Math, Music, and Improvisation

Advice for Parents by Jo Boaler