If you’ve noticed that math homework has taken a sudden turn in your house over the past couple of weeks, you are definitely not alone. In September, homework might have been ten minutes of quick worksheets that your child breezed through at the kitchen counter. Now, as October rolls in, those same assignments are taking forty-five minutes, ending
As the school year came to a close, we had the opportunity to take part in the year-end event at Steve MacLean Public School, and it was a fantastic way to celebrate the start of summer with students, families, and staff. Throughout the event, students stopped by our booth to try a variety of math games, challenges, and activities. From strategy-b
Recently, our team had the opportunity to visit Gowling Public School for a Financial Literacy event, where students explored how math connects to everyday decisions involving money. Financial literacy is becoming increasingly important for young people. Whether it's understanding the difference between needs and wants, comparing prices, calculatin
We hosted our Pi Day event at Mathnasium of Findlay Creek recently, and it ended up being a really solid turnout. There was a bit of everything going on throughout the night. Games, small challenges, snacks, raffles. Some kids were locked in on the activities, others were more interested in hanging out and trying a bit of everything. It didn’t fe
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
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
By February, many parents start to notice a low-level tension around math. Nothing dramatic has happened yet. There hasn’t been a big drop in marks or a call home from school. But homework feels heavier. Math conversations get shorter. There’s more resistance than there used to be. Grades may not have dropped dramatically. Homework is getting done,
August 14 is National Financial Awareness Day, a perfect time to talk about one of the most powerful concepts in personal finance: compound interest. At some point in high school, usually in Grade 10, 11, or 12, students learn about compound interest in math class. They memorize formulas, plug numbers into calculators, and get the “right” answer.
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