Symbolic play, or the ability to use objects or actions to represent something else, is a crucial part of a child’s language development. It allows children to express themselves and their ideas in a way that goes beyond simply using words. By engaging in symbolic play, children can learn new vocabulary, practice language skills, and … Read more
Logical reasoning and mathematics are like two sides of the same coin. One cannot exist without the other. Together, they form the backbone of scientific inquiry and problem-solving. Logic provides the structure and framework for mathematical thinking, while mathematics gives us the tools to apply logical reasoning and thinking in the real world. From unraveling … Read more
A mathematically linear equation in two variables is a crucial idea that can be applied to several real-world scenarios. The concept of equations helps us gain a better understanding of the relationships between different variables, numbers, or objects. From calculating monthly mortgage payments to determining the speed of a moving object, linear equations with two … Read more
How do we know an event is going to take place? While some use their intuition, however, mathematicians developed a relatively scientific approach towards prediction – probability distribution. While a lot of time probability is confused with statistics, however, a probability distribution identifies the likelihood of different outcomes in an event. Continuous probability distribution is … Read more
The world of geometry takes shape by the arrangement of lines, line segments, and rays. One cannot even imagine knowing geometry if one isn’t clear about the actual building blocks of the subject. It is interesting to see how the world around us uses this theoretical 2D knowledge to construct and build actual 3D objects. … Read more
In the early 20th century, Jean Piaget, a Swiss psychologist, studied the cognitive development of children and recognized the importance of play in the development of children’s thinking and problem-solving skills. His theory of cognitive development emphasized the importance of children actively constructing their own knowledge through play. Imaginative play, specifically, is a type of … Read more
Learning shapes is crucial for little learners. It helps them understand things they see around them and derive meaning from their observations. Most parents introduce different shapes to their kids when they are around 2 – 2.5 years old. By the time they are three years old, most kids can identify simple basic shapes. Toys, … Read more
Einstein had once famously quoted on how knowledge could only get you from A to Z, while imagination can get you everywhere else. Children, with their limited motor skills and geographical extent, learn to create an imaginary world of their own in their immediate surroundings. Thus begins the Pretend play by the child in his … Read more
The concept of incidental learning has been around for centuries, and it is likely that people have been learning new things spontaneously and unintentionally throughout human history. However, the term “incidental learning” itself was not coined until the 1950s, when it was used by cognitive psychologists to describe the process of acquiring new knowledge or … Read more
Hey, look at this symbol – ≅ If your students or kids look at this symbol and think someone put some toothpaste on an equality sign, they are not alone. Using statements and some simple set of rules to find whether two triangles will completely coincide when put above each other or not is definitely … Read more