We have not taken advantage of children's rich store of mathematical understanding, information, and creativity. We achieve this by integrating mathematics instruction into other curricular areas, like science, social studies, and the language of mathematics. For examnple, multiplication concepts are introduced already in kindergarten with skip counting, again in first grade, in second grade through building arrays, and focused on in depth in third grade. Your child has many exposures to the concepts before mastery is expected. Your child is involved in sharing ideas through discussions.
Children gain important mathematical insights by building on discoveries.
This promotes good listening habits and a receptive attitude toward the ideas of others. Children are constantly talking about how they solved a problem and what they are thinking mathematically. By discussing their thoughts, they are clarifying their learning. Your child will enjoy working cooperatively with classmates. Children are more enthused working together rather than working alone.