We Didn't Learn Math This Way! A K–5 Guide for the Confused Adult

by Peggy Golden, Tricia Salerno, Emma Tipping (Illustrator)

We Didn't Learn Math This Way! A K–5 Guide for the Confused Adult helps parents and educators make sense of K–5 math topics so they can help their students. Brought to you by two seasoned teachers and a math-confused parent who know exactly where adults get lost in today’s math education, this approachable reference guide gets to the heart of concepts and explains them in a way that anyone can understand. The book can be used alongside any math curriculum and includes a progressive exploration of nine major math topics as well as an illustrated glossary. Busy caregivers can flip straight to relevant sections and quickly orient themselves to topics ranging from mental math to multiplying fractions. With its playful illustrations and friendly tone, We Didn’t Learn Math This Way! is a pleasure to interact with and brings clarity to adults who could use a little help understanding their kids’ math homework.

224 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2023

Reviews

[N.J. Danatangelo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book, it was exactly what I was looking for as I prepare to reinforce math knowledge with my son who is currently attending a fantastic Montessori school. The methodology and exercises, while different, certainly align with the Montessori Method. I had tried numerous math workbooks at home but Singapore Math felt like the most rigorous and complementary to what he is doing in class. This book is a godsend as it helps me brush up on many of the standard algorithms and mental math tricks to reduce cognitive load during the lessons. I also love that Singapore math uses manipulatives and pictures before going abstract. Highly recommend to any homeschooler or parent who wants to be able to help their child with homework and revision.

[Holly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very helpful for learning to navigate the Singapore Math Dimensions curriculum