How kids actually learn math.

Essays on productive struggle, growth mindset, and problem-solving, for parents and anyone who wants math to finally click.

July 24, 20264 min read

Prealgebra: How to Solve One-Step Equations

That letter where a number should be does not have to be scary. Every one-step equation is a single move, and once you learn it you can check your own answer every time.

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July 4, 20266 min read

Why Watching Your Child Struggle with Math Is Actually a Good Thing

There's a concept in math education called productive struggle, and understanding it might be the most useful thing you can do for your child's long-term success in math.

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Let them struggle.

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