Working memory is like a mental chalkboard we use to store temporary information while executing other tasks. Scientists worked with more than 200 elementary students to test their working memory, ...

Bringing elementary students outside for math lessons provides a welcome change of pace and a chance for new activities.

The Nation's Report Card shows math achievement scores are still low. It's time to take action to ensure all students can ...

A recent study looked at undergraduate and graduate college math programs that prepare elementary school teachers and how ...

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Early numeracy refers to the foundational math skills, including number recognition and counting, that children frequently learn before kindergarten. Research has shown that a strong home numeracy ...