This is the first article in a two-part series. Check back next week for detailed tips and solutions to common problems when introducing an independence routine! Last week we talked about the importance of independence and ways to bring more into your back to school routine (you can find that post here if you missed […]
This post contains affiliate links to the products I use for this activity in my own home. If you make a purchase, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! When I was teaching public school, my students always struggled with circle math (finding the radius, diameter, […]
Mornings can feel rushed and chaotic, but they also present a valuable opportunity for your child to build independence. By fostering self-reliance during morning routines, you can set the tone for a confident and productive day. Here are practical strategies to encourage independence and reduce stress for both you and your child. 1. Create a […]
This post contains affiliate links to some of my favorite products. If you make a purchase, Montessori Math Studio will receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! In this week’s Five Minute Math activity, we explore the different flat shapes that make up common three-dimensional shapes. This […]
Estimation is a funny thing. There are so many ways to estimate and so many different ranges that are acceptable. How precise does our guess need to be? Should we guess to the nearest dollar? The nearest ten dollars? The nearest thousand dollars? Because of these variables, estimation can be very difficult to learn. The […]
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links, at no cost to you. Thanks for supporting Montessori Math Studio! — So much of our money use is digital- from credit cards to apply pay, few people carry around and use cash. […]
Comparison is a skill that many grade school children struggle with. The idea of “less than” and “more than” get tricky, especially when you throw in large numbers and symbols. Why not help your child practice with a fun collection activity? Here’s how: For older children: if comparison statements are easy, challenge your child to […]
Many of us have a negative connotation of the dreaded word/ story problem, but did you know that story problems are all around us? Anytime you do math with a purpose, you are ‘writing’ and solving a story problem! What’s more, if we can help our children see the prevalence of math in the real […]
Skip-counting is a great skill to practice- not only is it a building block towards multiplication mastery, but it also helps improve a child’s number sense! In Montessori, we first introduce skip counting with our bead chains, but you can do it any time and any where! In this week’s five minute math, we encourage […]
In math, symmetry means that one part of a shape or object looks exactly the same as another part when you flip, slide, or turn it. Imagine folding a piece of paper in half: if both halves match perfectly, the shape has symmetry. You can easily explore symmetry with your child- all you need is […]
