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Aug13

Let’s Practice Addition with the Help of LEGO Bricks

We really like to play and build with the little plastic bricks called LEGOs and… …it is interesting to know that those bricks, apart from being valuable for inspiring creativity in children, can be used for nothing more and nothing less than…addition! Using these bricks is an excellent way to connect the youngest children’s playing […]

Aug09

Smartick, Kumon and Khan Academy in Barbara Oakley’s Book for Kids

Barbara Oakley, world-renowned education guru, knows how to study and learn in the most effective way. Her experience began with studying Russian, and later, with becoming an engineer after being a girl who hated math, science, and technology. But, in her twenties, she decided to learn math and she did so by replicating how she […]

Aug06

Five Logic Exercises to Practice this Summer

In today’s post we are going to take a look at a few logic exercises, for you to be able to practice your reasoning. Smartick highly values training in all of the procedures necessary to solve math exercises. Among them, logical reasoning is one of the most important. With the following exercises, you will be […]

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Jul30

Learn Everything About Triangles: Characteristics, Types and Classification

In previous posts we explored geometric shapes such as the circle and the square. Now it is time to get to know triangles better and understand its types and characteristics. What is a triangle? The triangle, as its name indicates, has three angles. It also has three sides. This makes it the geometric shape formed […]

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Jul27

Boundless Learning with Limited Screen Time

Uncharted Territory: Technology Landscape As technology weaves its way into the fibers of our society, we see the many benefits and pitfalls unravel in real time. Digital devices are becoming extensions of ourselves, an addition limb that has evolved over the years. As computers, phones, and tablets become more present, parents are finding themselves navigating […]

Jul23

Explanation of the Formula to Calculate the Least Common Multiple

I am sure this sounds familiar to many of you: To calculate the least common multiple (LCM), we have to choose between the common and uncommon factors that have the highest exponent. But what does it mean? Why do we have to choose from all factors…and out of the common factors, why the ones with […]

Jul20

Igniting the Math Spark with Smartick

Math Gray Area We all have heard that some students are just good or bad at math. And they either love it or hate it. The in-between doesn’t seem to exist. Kelly, a teacher, and Smartick supporter found herself in an odd gray area which she describes on her blog Reviews by the Banks. She […]

Jul18

IMO: The Best Math Problem Solvers in the World

Congrats, U.S. team–you’ve done it again! The U.S. just won this year’s International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), which was held in Romania. The team won for the third time in four years, after decades without a victory. We know that these Mathletes are outliers, but so are NBA basketball players. Take the team’s coach, Po-Shen Lo, […]

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Jul16

Foundations of the Singapore Method in Math Instruction

In today’s post we are going to talk about the foundations of the Singapore Method. First off, here is a bit of history: Singapore is a very small country situated between Malaysia and Indonesia that lacked (and still lacks) natural resources. In 1965 Singapore was an island of fishermen, and now it has one of […]

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Jul13

Smartick, the Right Math Incentive

An incentive can be useful at times to motivate positive behaviors in children. Be it developing a routine, doing one’s daily chores, or simply falling in love with math. Let’s see what Michelle from the blog Powered By Mom has to say about her experience and how she used Smartick as an incentive for her […]

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Jul09

Practising Roman Numerals

In today’s post, we’re going to do some exercises to help practise Roman numerals. Let’s go! If you want to review them before we start, take a look at one of our previous posts where we explain them in detail. The Current Year in Roman Numerals To start with, we’re going to do a very simple exercise: write […]

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Jul06

Smartick Method: ‘This is Fun!’

Learning Can and Should be Fun Brain research suggests that fun is not just beneficial to learning but, by many reports, required for authentic learning and long-term memory. Neurologist and educator Judy Willis’ book “Research-Based Strategies to Ignite Student Learning: Insights from a Neurologist and Classroom Teacher” (ASCD, 2006) is one of many that highlights […]