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Our school really emphasizes math facts in the classroom and on these yearly STAR tests they kids take starting in second grade.
You probably have to work with your child at home to get the math facts down quickly. My son takes these timed math tests- at first, I thought they were silly but now I think it's important to get the basics down pat. When they get to Algebra, they will really be handicapped if they are still counting on their fingers.
We've bought Kumon books, I've made flashcards, and I bought this silly game for $20 on the computer called Math Blasters. Actually, I would really recommend it. My kids love to blast space aliens quickly as they add/subtract, multiply, etc.