Over the past year, since I took over the common-core math beat, I’ve been thinking a lot about fractions. As I wrote in November, the Common Core State Standards for mathematics emphasize fractions ...
Fractions can be one of the trickiest math concepts for 5th graders, but the right mix of visual aids, hands-on activities, and collaborative learning can turn confusion into confidence. From pie ...
Want to help your fifth-grader master math? Here are some of the skills your fifth-grader will be learning in the classroom. Explain or illustrate how you solved this problem. Tip: Highlight ...