Daily Tips for Families

Today's Tip for Families

11-30-2024

Practice Math Facts Different Ways With Flash Cards

These days, even the youngest children know how to use a calculator. But it's still important that they be able to do math problems without one.

If your child is just learning math facts, or needs to brush up on facts taught earlier, make some flash cards together. Ask the teacher what math facts your child needs to master.

You and your child can use index cards to make flash cards. Write problems (9 x 3) on one side and answers (27) on the other. Then, vary the way you use the cards.

Here are some ideas:

Have your child write or say the answer as you show the problem.
Show the answer and ask your child to state the problem that goes with it.
Remove the easy problems and spend extra time on the harder ones. Sometimes, mix them up and go through them all.
Use odd moments to practice. Work on math facts with your child while folding laundry, while you're cooking dinner together or before bedtime.
Keep the practice sessions short. End them with words of praise for successes and effort, and your child’s math skills will be reinforced!

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West Point Consolidated School District