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3 Ways to Turn Leftover Halloween Candy into Fun Math Practice
Sylvan Learning partnered with 5 Minutes for Mom for this post. Halloween may look a little different this year, but one thing that’s likely not changing: Kids are probably (definitely) going to want...
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Pumpkin Math Activity
Nothing says “fall” like carving pumpkins! This annual event is a hallmark of the season and a time-honored tradition for many families. And while it’s definitely a fun activity for your kids, it can...
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November 23rd is Fibonacci Day!
November 23rd is Fibonacci Day! Celebrate by talking to your child about the history of this fun math holiday. Then, go on a scavenger hunt with your child to look for Fibonacci numbers – they’re all...
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4 Ways to Spark Your Child’s Interest in STEM
We hear all the time that STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) is SO important. We know that our kids will have many more job opportunities if they follow a STEM career path. But did you...
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60 Minutes of Coding, Endless Possibilities!
What if we told you that 1 hour of coding could open your child’s eyes to a new “language?” Code, as defined by Code.org, is: The language that programmers create and use to tell a computer what to do....
View ArticleThe Importance of Nurturing a Growth Mindset
A mindset is an attitude, inclination or disposition. You’ve probably heard the term “mindset” used in the context of having a good attitude or as an encouragement to players to get in a winning frame...
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6 Activities to Celebrate Pi Day
It’s almost Pi Day! Pi is an irrational number that represents the ratio of every circle’s circumference to its diameter. Although the digits of pi never repeat and never end, we often use 3.14 as the...
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Learn How Sylvan Makes Phonics Instruction Engaging and Efficient
Did you know, learning phonics in kindergarten, first grade and second grade gives our children a way to sound out 84% of the words in the English language? What a powerful tool! But what exactly does...
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Bring Back Math Confidence (and Fun!) This Summer
Growing up, kids first learn to walk, and then learn to run. We learn to write letters, then words. In life we start with the basics, and take it one step at a time. It’s no surprise, then, that...
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Why It’s Essential to Be Proactive With Your Child’s Writing Skills
By middle school, most teachers expect students to know how to write. And yet, many children aren’t prepared. A majority of students lack essential writing skills, such as how to properly structure a...
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