I’ve been noticing something interesting with younger kids and math. Most of the time, we focus so much on memorizing formulas and solving fast… but not really on how the brain processes numbers. Recently saw kids using both hands and visual tools...
I’ve been noticing something interesting with younger kids and math. Most of the time, we focus so much on memorizing formulas and solving fast… but not really on how the brain processes numbers. Recently saw kids using both hands and visual tools (like abacus-style learning), and the difference in focus + speed was honestly surprising. It made me think — are we teaching math in the wrong way? Should learning be more brain-based instead of just textbook-based? Curious to hear thoughts from parents/teachers here. submitted by /u/akshiitan [link] [comments]