What is math? It can be compared to a very useful tool, or maybe a collection of tools. Sometimes textbooks concentrate a lot on teaching about the small details of each and every type of tool. But it’s also really important to focus on how and when to use the different tools. This is my practical approach to teaching the subject. And it’s also important to note that math is much more than just numbers! If you’re really good with shapes and how they relate, you might enjoy geometry. And if you are good at solving puzzles, chances are that logic will be a great match for your skills.
Which did you like best – the Earn, Break Even, or Lose question, the circle drawing trick or the Bagels game? This might help you discover if you’re more interested in numerical problems, geometry, or logic. Try all of these with a friend. Which one do they prefer?