In the latest version of the Nation’s Report Card, students’ math scores fell an average of five points for fourth graders and eight points for eighth graders nationwide. This historic drop in scores ...

Toppers share valuable tips to help children develop a genuine interest in mathematics. They emphasize connecting math with real-life scenarios, incorporating fun games and puzzles, and utilizing ...

Feeling intimidated by numbers or equations? You’re not alone. Research on mathematics anxiety — defined as the tension or fear when dealing with math — shows it can seriously block learning. A ...

We know the struggle with mathematics—for both teachers and students—all too well. Students’ math scores, as per the “Nation’s Report Card,” have plunged to record lows. Misconceptions in early grades ...

The Seattle Times’ Education Lab examines the educational system from early childhood through post-secondary. Education Lab is supported by Gates Foundation, Ballmer Group and The Norcliffe Foundation ...

Breathe. Your past experiences with math are not the same as your child’s, and your own experiences with mathematics now can be different from those you had in school. You may be surprised at how much ...