Maths isn’t just about numbers.
Recently, I wrote an article for the Daily Telegraph and to say that I am proud of myself is an understatement.
There seems to be so much noise around what parents should or should not do, without anyone helping them do it, so I decided to go for it.
What was there to lose?
Have a deck of cards hiding somewhere at home? Here’s some maths activities you can do with them.
Who knew a humble deck of cards could be your secret weapon for maths practice? These activities are fun, fast, and will help them use the skills they have learnt and the ones they need to continue to practice. There’s something here for everyone!
Multiplication Tables - should they learn them by rote, or not?
If this image makes you shudder, roll your eyes or let out an exasperated sigh, you’re not alone.
There’s always a lot of noise around how kids should learn their ‘times tables’, so let’s cut through the confusion.
Speed Isn’t Everything: Why Fluency Beats Rote Memorisation Every Time
When we were at school, speed with facts and processes was the goal, now fluency is key. What is it and how can you help at home?
Want Your Child to Think Like a Mathematician? Ask, Don’t Tell.
The most powerful tool in your parenting toolkit isn’t a calculator … it’s a question or two.
Here’s how to use curiosity to build confidence.
Multiple Strategies, Number Lines & Other Mysteries: Why Maths Looks Different Now?
If you’ve ever muttered “just carry the one!” under your breath, this one’s for you!
Year 3 Maths: What’s Realistic, What’s Not, and Why You’re Doing Better Than You Think
If you've ever stared at your child's maths homework wondering if you're meant to be a part-time tutor, you're not alone. Let's demystify what Year 3 maths actually looks like — and what you can do to help.
“Fake it until they make it”
Our words are powerful, so when it comes to talking about maths to our children, we need to choose them wisely.
‘Australia has a maths problem.’
Australia has a maths problem, says the latest Grattan Institute report…and yes, we do, BUT all is not lost.
What is 2D or 3D ‘spatial structure’?
Spatial structure - what is it? And how does it relate to what my child will learn in primary school?
What are ‘multiplicative relations‘?
Multiplicative relations - there’s so much involved here. Let’s explore …
Why does my child learn so many ways to ‘do’ maths?
Why do they learn so many ways to ‘do’ maths? It’s all about flexibility …
Maths Anxiety … and what you can do to help.
Maths anxiety is real - and is a real problem. So, what are we going to do about it?
Five mistakes parents unintentionally make when helping with maths.
These are all avoidable … and will make a huge difference to your child.
“I’m not a teacher, so how am I supposed to help my child?”
You don’t need to be a teacher to be able to help with maths …
Homework hassles? We’ve all been there …
Trying to help when you don’t understand it either?