The #1 Key to Solving Problem Sums…that Most Parents Ignore
Problem sums, or math word problems, are one of the most challenging learning tasks for primary school students. Parents often worry about their children’s ability to handle these complex math...
View ArticleSecrets to Solving the 11 Types of Problem Sums
Have you ever wondered why your child’s problem sums are so complicated? Problem sums, or math word problems, are designed not to test basic mathematical ability but to impart the knowledge of various...
View ArticleA Parent’s Guide: How to Teach Problem Sums to Your Child
Problem sums can be a source of headaches for many parents, especially when your children are having difficulties in solving them. Unlike other math questions, problem sums require competencies in a...
View ArticleTips for Scoring More Marks in Problem Sums During Exams
Whenever the exam papers are returned, most parents start analyzing the breakdown of marks for each question to see where their child is having problems. For Mathematics, the structured or long-answer...
View ArticleAttending Problem Sums Workshops for Parents
Even though problem sums have been an essential part of the Singapore Math curriculum for decades, the concepts and methodology for solving problem sums has changed frequently over the years. As...
View ArticleMethods for Solving Problem Sums
There are a number of ways that a parent can teach children about how to solve problem sums. Based on the learning characteristics of the child, a parent can pick the one that resonates the most with...
View ArticleHow to ace PSLE problem sums
PSLE problem sums form a significant part of the PSLE math paper. If you want your child to do well in PSLE math, he or she needs to score well in problem sums. Unfortunately, problem sums are one of...
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