The terms development or developmentally appropriate are frequently used, but finding good definitions is difficult. A dictionary defines develop as
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Most people have heard of Montessori, but often they are not sure what it’s all about. The word Montessori refers
Flash cards are not a good way to drill the facts. Many adults, because they could not respond fast enough
I’d like to take some time to discuss the science and art of teaching math. I call it a science
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A few years ago while on a shuttle to speak at a math convention, I started talking to a young
Did you read the blog on addition and subtraction facts? Let’s continue this thought with 4-digit addition, using the Cotter
Did you check out our blog on division? And did you read about short division? Isn’t that just wonderful? Now,