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Featured image for a blog about Nowruz: A festive Haft-Seen table display with spring flowers, sprouted greens (sabzeh), decorated eggs, apples, garlic, coins, and traditional dishes arranged on a colorful tablecloth. The text reads “Nowruz – A Spring Tradition Celebrated Around the World,” highlighting global celebrations, renewal, and cultural heritage.

Nowruz: A Spring Tradition Celebrated Around the World

Mar 19, 2026 | Carlington Blog

Around this time of year, some families in Ottawa are preparing for Nowruz, the Persian New Year. For those who celebrate, it marks the beginning of spring and a fresh start for the year ahead. It’s a time that’s often associated with renewal, reflection, and resetting routines. Even for families who don’t celebrate, the timing is interesting. No

Why the 13th Is More Likely to Fall on a Friday Than Any Other Day

Mar 13, 2026 | Carlington Blog

Friday the 13th has a reputation that goes far beyond math. Some people treat it as bad luck. Others barely notice it. But there is a genuinely interesting mathematical fact hiding behind the superstition: In the Gregorian calendar, the 13th of the month falls on a Friday more often than on any other weekday. This isn’t folklore or coincidence. I

The “Infinite Chocolate” Paradox: Sweet Trick or Math Magic?

Jul 7, 2025 | Carlington Blog

Happy World Chocolate Day! What better way to celebrate than by combining two of our favorite things: chocolate and math? You might have seen an image or video where someone cuts a chocolate bar into pieces, rearranges them, and somehow ends up with a full bar again... plus an extra square of chocolate. It seems like a delicious life hack. Is it p

Our Weekend at Next Door Market Ottawa

Jun 18, 2025 | Carlington Blog

This past weekend, Mathnasium of Carlington had the pleasure of taking part in the Next Door Market Ottawa, a vibrant community event filled with local vendors, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun right here in the heart of Carlington. While festivalgoers explored handcrafted goods, enjoyed great food, and soaked up live performances, we h

The Connection Between Math and Logical Reasoning Skills

Feb 19, 2025 | Carlington Blog

Have you ever wondered why math is considered a cornerstone of education? Beyond numbers and formulas, math plays a crucial role in developing one of the most valuable life skills: logical reasoning. Logical reasoning is the ability to think clearly, analyze information, and solve problems systematically. It is essential not only in academics but a

The Benefits of Math Tutoring beyond Improved Grades

Jan 15, 2025 | Carlington Blog

When parents think about math tutoring, the primary goal is often to see an improvement in grades. While this is a common and important outcome, math tutoring offers benefits that extend far beyond academics. It cultivates enhanced cognitive skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities—equipping students with tools that serve them for l

How Mathnasium's Personalized Learning Plans Work

Sep 26, 2024 | Carlington Blog

In today's educational landscape, one-size-fits-all approaches often fall short in meeting the diverse needs of students. Every child learns differently, and their educational experiences and challenges are unique. Recognizing this, Mathnasium has developed a personalized approach to math education, designed to address the specific needs of each st

CAMP MATHNASIUM 2024

Feb 22, 2024 | Carlington Blog

Have a blast with math this summer! At Camp Mathnasium, kids keep their math skills strong while working on STEAM projects, games, puzzles and more!

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