Nov09
In this post, we will learn the order that needs to be followed to solve combined operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. The combined operations cannot be performed at random, an order must be followed. Step 1: Perform operations that are within parenthesis. For example: 3 x (2 + 4). First, we do the operation […]
Continue reading »Nov07
In the U.S. the most common units for measuring mass are the ounce (oz) and the pound (lb). Technically, the pound is a measure of force, not mass, and the ounce can be a unit of volume or weight, which makes things even more confusing! But I won’t nitpick here! What is more important is […]
Continue reading »Nov03
In this post, you’ll learn another simpler, quicker and more efficient way to multiply these kinds of problems by applying the distributive property in multiplication. Surely, you all know how to calculate this multiplication problem, 23 x 4, using the multiplication algorithm: Or maybe you know how to do it mentally. 23 times 4 is […]
Continue reading »Nov02
In this post, we are going to learn about the guidelines behind knowing if a number is divisible by 6, 8, or 12. Divisibility guidelines for 6, 8 and 12. Divisibility guidelines for 6: To know if a number is divisible by 6, you have to first check if it is divisible by 3 and […]
Continue reading »Oct31
Hello! Today we’re going to learn how to solve 1 digit division problems. Are you ready to end October with a 1 digit division problem? First, we need to know the parts of a division problem: Dividend: The number that you have to divide. Divisor: The number that the dividend is being divided by. Quotient: […]
Continue reading »Oct28
The number Pi Is one of the most important mathematical constants and it indicates the relationship between the perimeter (L) and the diameter (D) of a circumference. So, L = pi x D The number Pi is an irrational number. In other words, it’s a number that can’t be expressed as a two whole-numbered fraction, which […]
Continue reading »Oct27
We’ve written plenty of posts about division on the Smartick blog. The division algorithm, sometimes, can be difficult or a pretty long-winded way of calculating, especially if the divisor contains 2 or more digits. Understanding division with the help of geometric visualization In this post, we’re going to view division as the opposite operation to […]
Continue reading »Oct26
In this week’s post, we are going to look at the types of logic exercises that we have at Smartick. Logic exercises are very important for putting thoughts in order, for expressing them clearly, for analyzing, for deducing correctly and finally, for solving problems that we’ve never seen before. We think it’s essential that our […]
Continue reading »Oct25
Welcome to Smartick’s blog! Today, we are going to talk about the fractions that we use on a daily basis. I’m sure that you’ve heard of these expressions, and others like them on more than one occasion: Fractions “I have half of a sandwich…” “You’ve eaten a third of your chocolate!” “Could […]
Continue reading »Oct24
Hello! How did your week start off? Are you ready to learn about what powers are today? Yes! You heard correctly, today we are going to focus on powers. Do you know what powers are for? We use powers to simplify multiplication problems that use more than one of the same number. The power of […]
Continue reading »Oct21
In today’s post, we will talk about multiplication tables tricks. Usually, it can be a dense and complex issue because we have to memorize all the tables, sometimes using songs or rhymes helps to remember them more easily. Here we are offering you a few multiplication tables tricks that make learning multiplication tables a more […]
Continue reading »Oct20
Within logical-mathematical knowledge is the process of classification, which represents the first steps towards learning more complex mathematical concepts. Classification generates a series of mental relations through which children group objects according to similarities and differences, depending on different criteria: shape, color, size, etc… These relationships are the basis for the construction of logical-mathematical thinking. […]
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