How to Teach a Child Math

Teaching a child math is not as hard as you think. Whether you are a teacher, tutor or parent, some of these practical, inexpensive ideas are bound to help you.

Things You'll Need

  • Computer
  • <br>Internet
  • <br>Software
  • <br>Flashcards
  • <br>DVDs
  • <br>CDs

Instructions

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      Find out what type of learner your child is if you can. For example, if he is a visual learner, he may do well with flashcards, videos, white boards, toys, games and computers. If he is a book learner, then he may do well reading and doing worksheets.

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      Find out what he is learning in school and tie your lesson in with the unit. It will be more meaningful for the child. It often takes several different approaches to find one that works or make it make sense.

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      Have her accompany you on a shopping trip and figure out how much something costs on sale. Then let them pocket the change. Have them help you count out money or change.

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      Life or consumer math is some of the most important math your child will learn. Teach older children about math by having them solve problems about credit card debt, student loans and shopping around for the best interest rate and terms. Have them work up a mock household budget for when they go off to college. You can have them do a mock shopping trip on the Internet. Inform them of the dangers and responsibilities of credit and loans. Have them do salary research for positions they are interested in.

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      Do math on the fly, or in other words, work it into your day. Ask silly math questions to younger children either in the car, during an activity or before bed. See how well they really do know their math facts. It does not have to be a formal session.

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      If you are doing flashcards, set aside the ones that he does not know immediately and run through them again. The next day, emphasize those same ones. At the end of the week, go through the entire group for a refresher. This is also good to do over the summer to help children retain what they have learned.

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      Sometimes all you have to do is look to your computer for help. There are several free and helpful Internet website resources (see Resources). You could also purchase math CDs and DVDs or games if you do not have Internet access or want more reinforcement.

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