I'm a complete advocate for using hands on math before moving to the written, symbolic form. Learning about fraction concepts  is no different.  Think about all the ways a child can find half of something: half of a chocolate bar, half of a glass of water, half of a box of candies, half of a circle, half of a square, half of a heart, half of a dozen eggs, to name a few.  Fractions are one of the most confusing concepts taught to early learners, take your time and begin with hands on activities before moving on to the worksheets to ensure understanding occurs.

Sales tax varies from state to state and country to country. Sometimes you just want a quick calculator to see what the sales tax is, especially if you're looking for a bargain. After all, even bargains require you to consider what the sales tax is to determine if in fact it's still a bargain. Here's that calculator, enter the price and the percentage and you'll get the total.  Or better yet, check out the states without sales tax.

Knowing what children are expected to learn in each grade  provides parents with a great opportunity to link learning at home. Whenever parents support their child's learning at hom, there is a greater opportunity for increased achievement.  Seize the opportunity and support your children whenever possible, check out some of the ideas here.

The 100th day of school is a very special event for young leaners. Teachers celebrate this day using a variety of fun math activities that include but are not limited to:

• How many things would you want 100 of? Wouldn't want 100 of?
• How many things in this classroom can you count 100 of?
• How many questions can you think of in 100 seconds that have an answer of 100?
• Count to 100 by 1, 2's, 5's, 10's etc.
• Make paper chains of 100, turn them into a necklace and let your teacher where them.
• Make paper band hats and put 100 hearts or dots, crosses or squares on them.
• Walk 100 steps, measure how far that is.

Need I say more? The list is endless, if you have great activities to celebrate 100's Day, please share them.
See also:  100's Chart and 100's Chart activities.