Everyone Can Learn Math
Continuing with the theme of math and literature from my last blog post (you can read it here) I wanted to share with you my latest find - it is AWESOME!
First - a quick back story.
The ideas of a mathematical mindset and growth mindset have transformed math education for many. One of the leaders in this ideology that mathematicians are made and not born - there is no math gene - is Jo Boaler. Most educators have at least heard of Jo and her book Mathematical Mindsets. I am a huge fan and love sharing with teachers and parents Dr. Boaler’s ideas to unleash students’ potential through creative math, inspiring messages, and innovative teaching.
That is why I am so excited to share with you a new author with books about developing a math mindset for kids!
I stumbled across Alice Aspinall and her story for children Everyone Can Learn Math. I got myself a copy and LOVED it!
In this story, the main character, Amy, is struggling with her math homework. She is frustrated and wants to give up. A series of events happen and Amy soon realizes that in other areas of her life new tasks require some trial and error and continued practice to master - math isn’t any different.
I love that Alice has taken this growth mindset idea and made it relatable to children.
This book would be a great read-aloud in any elementary classroom or at home as a bedtime story. The discussions it can spark should be eye-opening and help to develop a growth mindset in the young readers (and maybe even the adults!).
Check out the Everyone Can Learn Math website to find new books in this series and free resources for home and school!
Games are a great way to engage kids in math and make learning fun.
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