Teaching Kids Math: Fostering a Positive Math Attitude

Mom Enough: A Parenting Podcast - A podcast by mother-daughter co-hosts Dr. Marti Erickson & Dr. Erin Erickson - Saturdays

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In This Episode:Many of us have memories of struggling with math as children or feeling anxious about the subject. Research shows that these early experiences can shape our attitudes towards math and other STEM subjects later in life. As parents, we often want to help our children develop a positive relationship with math, but may not know where to start. In this episode, Mom Enough® co-hosts Dr. Marti Erickson and Dr. Erin Erickson delve into the world of teaching kids math with our guest, Sara Reichstadt.Sara Reichstadt, Director of Education at Kinderberry Hill - Preschool and Child Development Centers (a supporting partner of Mom Enough), joins us to share her wealth of knowledge on making math an enjoyable and integral part of children's daily lives. With practical tips and engaging strategies, Sara explains how parents and caregivers can highlight math education at home, incorporate fun math activities into everyday routines, and foster a positive attitude towards learning math. Whether you're looking to strengthen your child's math skills or inspire a lifelong love for learning, this episode offers valuable insights and simple strategies you can use today. HOW ARE YOU INTEGRATING MATH LEARNING AT HOME?Why is math so important for children? How are you highlighting math learning in a typical day as a family? What are some ways you and your child have fun with math? How can we promote a positive attitude towards math as parents?