
Dr. Cotter on Development
The terms development or developmentally appropriate are frequently used, but finding good definitions is difficult. A dictionary defines develop as growing and becoming more mature or advanced. We see physical

The terms development or developmentally appropriate are frequently used, but finding good definitions is difficult. A dictionary defines develop as growing and becoming more mature or advanced. We see physical

A few years ago while on a shuttle to speak at a math convention, I started talking to a young man next to me.

Long division used to be considered the ultimate goal of arithmetic. An earlier division algorithm was so complicated it wasn’t taught until college. Today

When I started using RightStart Math, I would play many of the games suggested, but my family had our favorites. We would play the

When we are in a dine-in restaurant, my children tend to get a little antsy waiting for their food. I try to come up

Choosing to homeschool your child can be an exciting yet daunting task. I was nervous – was I able to teach my kids to

“What is the Math Set for?” This is a frequently asked question. Last year, I got to meet a lot of homeschoolers at conventions.

“I really like this, but it’s parent-intensive. I don’t think I’d be able to do it with my kids.” When I took calls for

When we decided to homeschool, the search for curriculum began. With a Masters in Christian Education, I was mindful of the philosophy and objectives

We recently got this question from Deborah via email: We currently use another math program, but I am considering switching. Do you have any reasoning