Introduction

Abacus Mental Math in Asia and the West

Effective High School Math Teaching: A Recipe for Success

Learning Mathematics by Heart: A Questionable Approach

Learning Math with Manipulatives: Base Ten Blocks (Part 1)

Learning Math with Manipulatives: Base Ten Blocks (Part 2)

Learning Math with Manipulatives: Base Ten Blocks (Part 3)

Mental Math Practice Worksheets

The Challenges of Teaching Math Today

The Role of Mathematics

What Your Kids Need to Know to Excel in Math

Welcome
So, you're a mathematics teacher! Congratulations - you're a member of one of the most challenging and rewarding professions in the world. Easy it isn't, but teaching is almost never dull. Frustrating, irritating, tiring - certainly; fascinating, fulfilling, exhilarating - it's all those too.

What We Do
This website is designed to provide helpful insight and suggestions for those moments when you are confused, frustrated, annoyed, ready to give up, or simply when you are looking for a fresh approach or something new to try. Our site is maintained by educators of over thirty years teaching experience with children aged 4 to 18.

What You'll Find
We provide articles on becoming a better mathematics teacher. Better how, you might ask. If you're new to the profession, ideas on how to get started, how to deal with children, parents, administration and colleagues, how to organize your classroom and survive each day. If you've been in it for a while, we provide new techniques and strategies that you may not have seen before. Please read through the articles carefully; may they help you along your way........