It amazes me how my kids can’t wait for summer break – and then within a week, they tell me how bored they are. As I do not want them sitting in front of the computer or TV all day, I have found that adding a few math card games to their day not only … [Read more...] about 2024 Summer Game #4: Sum(mer) Rummy!
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2024 Summer Game #3: Super Corners™
Who doesn't love the Corners games? Well, we have another variation of this favorite game that will help practice multiplication facts as well as addition facts. Super Corners! Super Corners is a new game that will use the Corners cards. It's a … [Read more...] about 2024 Summer Game #3: Super Corners™
2024 Summer Game #2: Corny Corners™
Do you want a new way to play Corners™? We have the game for you! Corny Corners is a fast paced exciting game where the players practice their facts of 5, 10, 15, and 20 while racing the other players to get all their cards in place. This is a new … [Read more...] about 2024 Summer Game #2: Corny Corners™
2024 Summer Game #1: Corners
Ask any kid who's played the RightStart Math card games what their favorite game is... Most kids will quickly (and loudly) say, "CORNERS!" I totally agree with the kids. Corners is the all-time best game, in my opinion! I've been playing this game … [Read more...] about 2024 Summer Game #1: Corners
Dr. Cotter on Language
Mathematical Words In mathematics, we can’t do much without using language. Even though the mathematician may write a mass of equations, she needs words to explain their meaning. Good math instruction requires careful attention to the terms … [Read more...] about Dr. Cotter on Language
Dr. Cotter on Fractions
Fractions have a bad reputation as being incomprehensible and unpredictable. Cartoons and jokes exploit this fear of fractions for amusement. Believe or not, it’s all a huge misunderstanding. Fractions are amazing. Fractions are necessary. … [Read more...] about Dr. Cotter on Fractions
