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Basic Number Properties

Sunday, December 26th, 2010

There are four basic properties of numbers: commutative, associative, distributive, and identity. You should be familiar with each of these. It is especially important to understand these properties once you reach advanced math such as algebra and calculus.
Commutative Property
a. Addition. When two numbers are added, the sum is the same regardless of the order in [...]

How to interest your child in books

Sunday, December 12th, 2010

A hundred years ago, school children read often and well, mainly because there was little else to do except rely on their imaginations. Consequently, they grew up to be prolific readers, writers, and thinkers, contributing to a 20th century America that became great and strong as a global leader.
Today many school children not only do [...]

Tips for Parents

Sunday, November 7th, 2010

Find useful tips to such topics as:
Preparing for School • Things to Consider Before the First Day of School • Going to a New School • Homework • Reading with Your Child • Safe Internet Use • Avoiding Conflict • Helping Your Child Prepare for High School • Helping Your Child Plan for the Future
Preparing for School

Ease Your Child into a New Routine. Have him or her go [...]

Math Tips

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010

Here are some “how-to’s” that will come in handy.
How to Round a Number
To the nearest ten
If the ones digit is 5 or more, round to the next highest ten (68 rounds to 70).
If the ones digit is less than 5, round to the next lowest ten (33 rounds to 30).
To the nearest [...]