We will talk about different types of problems. Learning to Solve Problems in Multiple Ways Children learn the most when they can develop several different ways to solve problems. Then, if one way doesn't work, another usually will. We will talk about how children approach different types of problems and how their ways of solving change with experience. Learning to Communicate Communication is an important part of mathematics.
Children learn to reason mathematically by talking about their ideas and solutions.
The best way for parents to learn how children figure out problems is to ask them to explain their solution to you. Children learn about math- ematical reasoning by talking about their solutions. What to Expect In the weeks to follow, we will be sending home explanations of how children think about different types of mathematical ideas. Problems that you can solve with your child will be included. We think that you will find your child's thinking about these problems interesting.