Math

Our eight-year-old little man has been having problems staying focused in class (timed math pages). The teacher suggested that we use flash cards, which we have, but the page is first grade math (he's in third). He didn't have any issues the two previous years. I had a "Math Munchers" program but gave it to another parents since we didn't seem to need it.

On Black Friday we found ourselves at Fry's Electronics. We'd been avoiding the crowds and thought that later in the afternoon the crowds would have dissipated. Finding a parking space was still insane, but we did find "Math Skill Builder". Online the week prior it was listed at $14, but in store that day it was $18 (plus tax). ~*Ouch*~.. but cheaper than directly from the company from the looks of it.

I am hoping that having the timed sheets, parents direct which, that both boys will gain a positive. I love the fact this new program is kindergarten through fifth grade. They have the option of practice sheets, print outs, and we can keep track of their progress on charts. But I love that it covers everything from basic math, word problems, How to, and calculation tables.

This will be added to their chore board (both boys)... where they earn magnets that trade for real money. They will probably be mad at me, but I'll be snagging a bunch of educational programs for their computers this Christmas! Plus micro SD cards for their tablets and requiring they keep a few I've found downloaded and played daily from App store.

I hope to see more "Core Learning" on the shelves of Fry's Electronics.