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The Science of Math: A Better Way to Teach Long Multiplication
By Jules Rhee 5/28/2026 Learn the science of math and how to use it to teach multi-digit multiplication in 4th and 5th grade. Includes four
How to Teach Students to Mark Up Math Word Problems
By Jules Rhee | 2/12/2026 Teach students to read math word problems like reading passages. This step-by-step markup routine helps 3rd – 5th graders slow
The Step Kids Miss in 2-Digit Divisor Long Division
By Jules Rhee | Published 1/3/2026 Struggling with long division with 2 digit divisors? This post explains why students get stuck and shares the key
Should Kids Use Calculators? Why Handwritten Math Matters
By Jules Rhee | Published 12/3/2025 This article explains why learning multiplication and long division by hand still matters in grades 3 – 5. Handwritten
It’s Not “New Math” – It’s Just Better Math
By Jules Rhee | Published 2/26/25 Help students master multiplication and long division with shape organizers and grid paper. Perfect for homeschool, classroom, and test
Mastering Multiplication Facts Fluency: Top Tips for Parents and Teachers
By Jules Rhee | Last updated 2/19/26 Packed with fun, hands-on strategies for mastering multiplication fact fluency, this article offers creative ways to make math