When teaching math facts I try to use tricks for finding the solutions along the way.  When tutoring kids in math, I love the look they give me when they see how helpful and easy the tricks are! 

Most of us know the 9 trick in multiplication: either the one using your fingers, or the other one where you take one less than the number being multiplied, and add to nine to get the other digit…

Example: 9×7=    (one less than 7 is 6, 6 plus what equals 9?  Three!  So, 63 is the answer! )

Also, when adding 9’s, remember, take one number less than the one being added, and put a one in front of it:

9+8=  (one less than 8 is 7, one in front equals 17!)

Tricks can help kids remember a solution to a problem.  I have tricks for all the multiplication facts.  I am publishing a PDF soon for you to download for only $5 each…stay tuned!

Do you have any other math tricks that you would share?  Let me know!

Does your child need a tutor in Anthem or the N. Phoenix area this summer?  Give me a call!

My summer tutoring program begins on June 1st.  Time slots fill up fast, so call now!!

 Children easily forget things over the summer break so I highly recommend at least one session per week.  We not only continue with what they have been working on, but also new things that they will learn in their new grade!

Children with learning disabilities, and ADHD greatly need structure and routine, so continuing with tutoring really makes sense.

Believe me-those days of boredom-and “Mom, there’s nothing to do!”  Arrive very quickly!

Reading is a must in my summer program and I have a reward system to encourage daily reading!

My school room in Anthem is stocked with all kinds of chapter books and easy readers.  It’s a fun place for kids to come and my summer kids always beg to hang around longer!

It’s also a nice break for mom!  So call now!!  Pick your day and time–:)