Most people understand that math is all about patterns, formulas, and systems. Once you understand those patterns, formulas, and systems, all math problems become easier. This article explains that any math problem -- no matter how complex -- can be broken down into four core steps: Understand, plan, work, and check. By systematically working through these four steps, even those who struggle with math can learn to be excellent mathematicians. | Read More →

The word transformation itself strikes fear in the heart of math students. This article explains the most common methods of transformation in math. Students can learn how different shapes transform, change and replicate to create various versions of the original shape. | Read More →

The article focuses on different types of measurement options. Students learn to measure temperature, speed and area. Additionally, a discussion of estimation is included so students can learn to gauge whether their results are accurate. | Read More →

The Common Core State Initiative Standards provide several guidelines for teaching sixth-grade math. This article discusses some of the most important standards and provides parents and students with an overview of what to expect. Students prepare for advanced work by learning about the number system, ratios, proportions, expressions, equations, geometry, statistics and probability. | Read More →

Thirteen is best known for its reputed association with bad luck, especially on Fridays that fall on the 13th of a month, but the number is also noteworthy for its mathematical properties. This article lists interesting math facts about the number 13, including one that acknowledges its superstitious side. Readers will meet concepts from number theory and geometry, including definitions and applications of prime numbers and the Fibonacci sequence. | Read More →

This article describes the basis of the distinction between digital and analog signals, using the case of audio as a teaching tool. It has some math concepts involved to help in understanding the difference, as that is the heart of the distinction. The relative merits of the two types are briefly discussed as well. | Read More →