Questions and Answers.

Why Math?

• Mathematics and logic are the foundations for all learning.

  No parents need to be convinced that mathematical thinking is important to their child's future in school and beyond. Given the technological nature of today's world, the role of mathematics is self-evident. Invariably, the math lessons your child will encounter down the line in school will not always be fun. Nor should they be. But at least if your child enters school with a positive attitude and a good foundation upon which to build, there is a better chance that school-type math will be a source of satisfaction.
  The activities that we are using to teach your child are first and foremost FUN and they essentially sneak in mathematical lessons while your child isn't looking.

Why do we start teaching kids in grade K?

• Because they like to learn math.

  For many of us, the word "problem" brings to mind unpleasant images - work to be done, worrisome issues to be resolved, and priorities to be sorted out. But this is not the attitude with which we begin life. Solving problems is actually fun for kids. The feeling of meeting a challenge is satisfying at any age, and by providing your child with successful experiences early in life, there is a better chance that he/she will retain a positive attitude as he/she gets older. Given the degree to which problem solving pervades every aspect of formal schooling, from math to zoology, a child who takes pleasure in figuring things out is bound to be a better and a happier (!) student.

  At this age they are still exploring the world around them, and they learn not because they have to, but because they find it interesting. We will do everything thet we can for your child to preserve this ability.

• Because it is the best age to start learning Math.

  A number of parents asked us: When should a child start learning Math? We all know that knowledge sinks into a child's head much easier than into a head of a grown-up and stays there much longer. The earlier your child learns basic mathematical concepts, the better prepared your child will be for the more complicated subjects taught in high school; the better they will "stay" with him or her through the life; the better your child's logical and analytical skills will be in the long term. Let's not forget that mathematical ability is one of the most important criteria used in the SAT and for admission to all colleges.

How much are parents involved in math tuition process?

• It will not work without you!
  
  We believe the most important and essential part of making your child's learning into success lies in your active involvement. We want to emphasize that simply providing your child with reading material and sets of exercises rarely works on its own. Your help will be needed and expected. Please read the material too and make sure that your child understands it and can do the exercises. Since you are the one who is working with your child, only you can truly know the level of your child's understanding. If you feel that he/she had problems with certain topics, it is your responsibility to contact us.

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