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3 Ways To Make Sure Your Kids Don’t Slip Down The Summer Slide

Summer learning loss, otherwise known as Summer Slide is detrimental to our kids’ learning progress. But it can succeed with summer slide prevention by doing simple activities throughout the summer. And the best news is: even if you do only 1 activity to prevent Summer Slide, it will help your child. Keep your children engaged in learning.

Summer Fun, Calculator Hopscotch

It’s no wonder hopscotch has stood the test of time! The famous sidewalk game requires nothing more than chalk and a small object, and it can be played alone or with multiple people. Kids can also stick with the traditional rules or make up their own fun variations.

Twists, Turns, and Thrills: The Math of Roller Coasters

The design of a roller coaster demands both creativity and thorough calculations. These calculations are strongly related to differentiation. For a thrilling ride, high speed and acceleration are needed. But for safety reasons, G- forces that people experience must be limited. Let's take a closer look at the math of extreme rides!

What is Infinity?

Have you ever been in the playground playing a game of naming the biggest number you can think of? How quickly does someone say “infinity?” Then the next person says, “infinity plus one,” and the game never seems to stop. But is infinity plus one really bigger than infinity?

How Is Math Used in Healthcare?

People always think that biology and chemistry are important for doctors, nurses, midwives, scientists, and all the other people involved in medicine, but in fact, math is also vital. Math and medicine naturally go together. In this blog, we will explore a number of medical practices and the math behind their science!

Algebra in Everyday Life

Algebra is like a universally useful tool or a sorcery wand that can help manage everyday problems. Whenever you are faced with a math problem, for instance when you have to solve an equation or work out a geometrical problem, algebra is usually the best option.

Can Animals Count?

It is often said that understanding numbers is a distinct attribute of human intelligence - a characteristic that sets us apart from other animals and language. However, that's not true.   Honeybees count landmarks when navigating toward sources of ..