Trouble with math
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Understanding Your Child’s Trouble With Math
Why is math so hard for some kids? Is it OK for your child to be "bad at math"? Get a clearer unders…
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Video: Are Boys Better at Math Than Girls?
Have you heard people say that girls are bad at math? That boys are better at math than girls are? I…
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What Is Number Dyslexia?
You might hear the terms "number dyslexia" or "math dyslexia" to describe trouble with math. Find ou…
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Does My Child Have Math Anxiety?
What is math anxiety, and what causes it? An expert explains why some kids have a fear of math, and …
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Second-Grade Math: Why It’s Hard for Kids
Your child is in second grade and having problems with math. Why? Read why second-grade math is ofte…
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Fourth-Grade Math: Why It’s Hard for Kids
Is your fourth grader struggling with math all of a sudden? Find out how fourth grade math is differ…
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Math Skills: What to Expect at Different Ages
What math skills do kids develop in different grades? Explore this list of math milestones children …
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Why Does My Child Have Trouble Counting?
A family asks why their 8-year-old is struggling with counting. Hear from an expert on why learning …
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Why Do Some Kids Write Numbers Backwards?
What does it mean if kids write numbers backwards? When are number reversals no longer typical? An e…
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Will Using a Calculator Keep My Child From Getting Better at Math?
Should kids be allowed to use calculators? A teacher explains whether using a calculator causes stud…
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7 Ways Kids Can Get Tripped Up by 1 Math Problem
See how one basic math problem could trip up students in seven different ways.
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What Is Mental Math?
Learn what mental math is and how doing calculations in your head can help in school and everyday li…
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What Is Number Sense?
What is number sense, and how can kids develop stronger number sense? Find out what number sense is …
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Why Some Kids Struggle With Math Word Problems
Kids can struggle with word problems in math even if they're good at math. Find out why kids have tr…
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How to Help Your Child With Math
How can you help your child with math at home? Help your child get better at math and feel more conf…
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Skills Kids Need for Different Math Subjects
Different types of math require different skills. Find out which math subjects might be more difficu…
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When Do Kids Learn Fractions?
Find out at what age most kids are taught and learn fractions—and how to help your child improve thi…
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Learning and Thinking Differences That Cause Trouble With Math
Read about learning and thinking differences, like dyscalculia and ADHD, that cause trouble with mat…
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10 Terms to Know If Your Child Struggles With Math
Understanding math terminology can help you take an active role in conversations about your child's …
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Why Kids Have Trouble Understanding Math Symbols
Math symbols like numerals and the equal sign take time and practice for kids to understand. Find ou…
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When Do Kids Learn Addition and Subtraction?
When do kids learn addition and subtraction? Find out when and how kids typically learn how to add a…
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When Do Kids Learn Multiplication and Division?
Multiplication and division can be hard to learn. Find out when most kids learn to multiply and divi…
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Keeping Score in Games and Sports: Why Some Kids Struggle With It
Some kids hate to keep score in games and sports. Is this a problem? Learn why kids don't like keepi…
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9 “New Math” Problems and Methods
This visual guide to new math, sometimes called Common Core math, can help you make sense of your ch…
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Trouble Estimating “How Many”: What It Looks Like
See what trouble estimating quantities can look like. Find out why some kids are wildly off when the…
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6 Books to Help Young Kids Build Math Skills
When math is presented in a story, kids can build math skills in fun ways. These six books about mat…
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How Can I Help My Child Use Abstract Thinking in Math?
Many kids have trouble doing math in their heads. Here's how to help your child shift from adding an…