What to say when your child says “I’m bad at math”
What to Say When Your Child Says “I’m Bad at Math” The Power of Math Identity When a child says, “I’m bad at math,” it can stop parents in their tracks. It sounds final. Heavy. Personal. And that’s because it is. Children form beliefs about who they are as learners very early. These beliefs—often called […]
Why Struggle Is a Good Thing in Math (and How to Support It)
Why Struggle Is a Good Thing in Math (and How to Support It) Rethinking Struggle For many parents, seeing a child struggle with math sets off alarm bells. We worry they’re confused, falling behind, or losing confidence. Our instinct is to step in quickly—to explain, show, or fix. But in math, struggle is not a […]
How to Help Your Child With Math (Even If You’re Not a Math Person)
How to Help Your Child With Math (Even If You’re Not a Math Person) Many parents quietly carry the same fear: “I’m not good at math—how can I possibly help my child?” If that sounds familiar, take a deep breath. Helping your child with math has far less to do with knowing procedures and far […]