REVIEWED BY NUMBERDYSLEXIA’S EXPERT PANEL ON JANUARY 24, 2023 As parents and educators, we often focus on structured learning opportunities for children such as school and homework. However, have you ever observed how playing with toys to chatting with friends, these seemingly small moments are actually powerful opportunities for children to learn and grow? Incidental learning, or … Read more
“Look back so the view looking forward is clearer” It is true that reflecting on our experiences through the process of introspection can help us gain a deeper understanding of ourselves. This type of self-examination and evaluation is known as reflective learning. By engaging in reflective learning, we can identify our strengths and weaknesses, and … Read more
Deductive reasoning is a method of teaching and learning that involves the use of logical reasoning to arrive at a conclusion. This method was always present in classroom settings, particularly in subjects such as mathematics, logic, and science. However, the emphasis on rote memorization always took center stage. In recent years, the use of deductive … Read more
The brain has often been compared to that of a computer and that was all because of one mental ability- Computational thinking. In essence, it is a way of solving problems, designing systems, and understanding human behavior that draws on concepts fundamental to computer science. It can also be called a thought process that is … Read more
The development of the first computers in the mid-20th century was a watershed moment in the history of computational thinking. One of the earliest examples of computational thinking was the development of the first algorithms, which are sets of instructions used to perform specific tasks. These algorithms were used to solve mathematical problems and process … Read more
Trying to find some common cone-shaped objects around the house or looking for real-life cone examples to show your kids? You’re probably surrounded by more cone-shaped objects than you realize. From ice cream cones and party hats to traffic cones and funnels, this three-dimensional shape appears in many everyday items we see and use without … Read more
Imagine your teacher or boss is giving you feedback on a piece of work you’ve submitted. Would you get angry at them, tell them they should be grateful for what you do, and storm off? Or would you take that feedback as an opportunity to learn, grow and get better at what you do? While … Read more
Drill and practice websites are online platforms that offer a variety of exercises and activities designed to help students improve their skills and knowledge in a particular subject or discipline. These websites are often used by students as a supplement to their traditional classroom instruction, or as a way to review and practice concepts on … Read more
Trying to track down some common cube-shaped objects around the house or looking for practical cube shape examples to show your kids? Exploring familiar cube-shaped objects is one of the easiest ways to help children connect classroom geometry with the world around them. Cubes are everywhere—from dice and Rubik’s Cubes to sugar cubes and toy … Read more
Trying to track down some common cylinder objects around the house or looking for practical examples of cylinders to show your kids? Spotting cylinder examples in real life is one of the easiest ways to help young learners connect 3D math concepts to the actual physical things they touch and use every single day. Mathematical … Read more