Dandy - I'm curious about what you wrote because I'm not saying the kids are not willing to learn Math Facts. They are doing very well with their Math Facts. I do think it will be an ongoing issue where my kids want to be ahead of what school is teaching. (Maybe this is insight into the need for acceleration.) They will come to me with their inventive Math. I think understanding this is creative or a child is seeking challenge is important. If one understands this, they can deal with this child better and be encouraging. They may not come up with the fastest way it works but they are using their brains to figure out something. They can realize the other way is faster and use it when speed is needed. I also agree, not all learning will be fun or interesting and is still neccessary to tolerate. I was thinking that my DD is getting enough Math Facts at school and if she wants to think more my doing this and enjoys it, let's do it.
I will read the article. thank you for your thoughts.
Last edited by onthegomom; 11/11/09 10:12 AM.
