by Jo Boaler | Reposted from youcubed
If you’re working with parents/guardians who want to support their children’s math learning, we have free resources you can share! Parents/guardians are eager to help, and one of the best ways to engage them is by providing simple, creative ideas for supporting their children’s growth mindsets and exploring mathematics at home. They can always visit our parent resources on youcubed, and we highlight some of the resources below.
Featured Resources:
Mathematical Art (K-12)
Children can begin to understand the connection between math and art through everyday conversations at home and in school. In our Mathematical Art activity, we highlight different forms of art and share examples of how to connect the art to mathematical concepts. For example, you can analyze a piece of art by looking for shapes like triangles and making connections to the classifications of the triangles you see. You can ask, "What are the characteristics of the triangles?" You can identify shapes and their area to notice the fraction or percent of the piece that is in different shades of color. You can bring in "Ish" ideas and ask, "What fraction-ish of the painting is yellow? Convince me." Math conversations showing how math can be seen inside of art are a valuable way to see maths in the world around us.
Halving - Maths and Art
In our Halving task, we highlight a common misconception—that equal parts of a whole must always be connected. This lesson helps children see that halves can take many forms, while also encouraging creativity through art. Explore the task here: Halving - Maths and Art.
More Free Parent-/Guardian-friendly Resources:
Advice for Parents/Guardians - in English and Spanish
This short guide offers parents and guardians six important tips to help children become positive, happy mathematicians
Youcubed at Home
Youcubed at Home offers engaging math activities designed for families to try together. Each task includes a video introduction and often an example of how you can engage with your child. These activities help children notice and enjoy the math that is all around them.
Free Online Course: How to Learn Math for Students (English and Spanish)
How to Learn Math for Students has reached over one million participants worldwide! With five short lessons, the course helps parents understand the most important approach to mathematics and helps them know how to support their own children. It is also a powerful course for students to develop a growth mindset and a positive approach to mathematics problems—research has shown that it results in students’ higher achievement and engagement in math class.
New Film Sharing the Value of Conceptual Mathematics
This one-minute film highlights the value of conceptual mathematics for all students—including those who have learning differences. Educators are finding it valuable to share with students, parents and other teachers.
Indigenous Maths and Art
Another wonderful way to explore math at home is through art. Our Indigenous Mathematical Art page features artwork and stories from artists around the world, helping students see mathematics in patterns, designs, and cultural traditions.
We hope these resources spark conversations and inspire joyful mathematics moments at home.
Viva la Maths Revolution,
Jo and the youcubed team