Each letter will also contain suggestions for homework. We will help by suggesting some ways to discover what your child is thinking. We believe that this information gives parents a good idea about what children may already know and what they will be learning next. By building on their knowledge and guiding them to the next step, parents help children feel successful and confident in math. Because parents are such important role models and coaches to their children, every effort will be made to keep you informed and involved.
Children learn the most about mathematics when they solve problems.
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.