As parents we want our kids to grow up to be independent, healthy, happy, and financially secure adults. Getting them there takes a lot of hard work. But knowing what your goals are can help. For example, is it one of your goals that your kids be responsible for making sure they remember to leave the house prepared? If it is, then bailing them out every time they forget is not going to get them there. If you rescue your…
We know that Nifty Numbers and Math Medley are awesome experiences for families. But don’t take our word for it. Check out what these participants had to say. #1. “I was able to take home lots of ideas that will help me when I work with my son on math concepts.” ~Parent Not only do we want Nifty Numbers and Math Medley participants to find the activities fun and stimulating during the event, but one of our goals is that parents…
Board games are always great gifts for the holidays. And board games that teach kids money skills are doubly great! The key is to sneak in the “money conversation” as you play. For example, the popular Game of Life oozes opportunities to discuss buying a house, paying insurance, being prepared for unexpected expenses, playing the stock market… And the lesser known Allowance Game is perfect for discussing wise spending choices, earning interest on savings, and jobs that your kids can…
1. Promotes family involvement with math. Fall carnivals, jog-a-thons, and spring flings…all are great ways to involve parents in their child’s school experience. But a Nifty Numbers Family Math Night is unique because it purposefully connects parents to classroom learning and reinforces the role they have as active participants in the education of their children. 2. Builds strong family-school partnerships. Gone are the days when a parents’ role in their child’s school was simply being the room parent or helping…
A Family Math Night event… …is a fun, shared experience that promotes family involvement with math! …builds strong family-school partnerships! …creates a sense of community! .