Math: From Tears to Smiles: why math matters, why so many kids struggle with it, when to intervene to turn math anxiety into ACADEMIC SUCCESS

By: Pan, Feenix

Book Overview

Does this sound familiar... "I can't stand Math. My teacher hates me!"

"Mom, Jimmy called me 'stupid' in math class in front of all my friends!"

"That is not how my math teacher does it!"

You are NOT alone!

Hi, I'm Dr. Pan. For the last 17 years, I've worked with hundreds of math-anxious families, helping them get to the root cause of math anxiety, catch up, and excel in math.

With good learning tools, kids who fell behind their classmates for years can often catch up in a matter of months.

Most math struggles are caused by a combination of 3 challenges:

#1) Lack of Test-taking Skills This is a performance issue. Not a knowledge issue. With proper guidance, kids can learn how to thrive under pressure.

#2) Weak Basic Math Skills Math is built like a pyramid. Each new concept is built on simpler building blocks, so there is logical progress. A weak foundation makes the entire structure shaky. Finding and addressing foundation issues quickly is the key.

#3) Ineffective Support at Home This might be more about YOU than your child. Study habits tend to be shaped at home. Even if you're not confident/comfortable with your own math skills, you can still create the best setting for your child to develop confidence as a learner.

When you apply the tips, insights, and principles inside this book, you will...
* See performance changes in your child

==> Better test scores
==> Less stress around homework and test time
==> Confidence in asking for help (and happier teachers!)

*Have blueprints to

==> Teach your child to ask effective questions in the classrooms
==> Respond well when your child is disappointed with their test scores
==> Create a positive learning environment at home
==> Prevent and Get out of homework power struggles

*Gain confidence handling math issues

==> Overcome your own uncomfortableness around math
==> Impactfully share your own math experience
==> Manage and collaborate with your child's tutors in an organized way

Learn:

=> 3 early warning signs of math struggle
=> 5 important math milestones in k-12 math
=> The real reason why math is challenging to learn for so many kids
=> How to use math to help them unlock most of the career doors and become lifelong learners
=> Why engineers and "smart" parents often fail at helping with homework

"I really enjoyed reading the book. It reads like a self-help book with anecdotes helping parents to feel like they "are not alone." - A 3rd grader's mom

"This book is different; it is designed to help parents create a positive environment in which their children's ability to do math can flourish." - A 4th grader's mom

"I don't like math so that didn't help our grandson. But [working with Dr. Pan and applying her process], our grandson gained confidence. Where I used to see discouragement in his life, he now has a desire for learning and the confidence to fall on along the journey knowing that it is just a part of learning." - A 6th grader's grandpa

"Dr. Pan takes you on a journey that will transform how you feel about math and help you discover your child's 'MathAbility.' This book is part biography, part parenting guide, and 100% about convincing you that your child can succeed in math." -Two High schoolers' mom

"More than just an answer to parents' prayers, this book teaches you how to create math confidence in both yourself and your child in a way you never imagined - from the inside out."- Two middle schoolers' mom

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0578814080
• ISBN13: 9780578814087
• Release Date: December 2020
• Publisher: From Tears to Smiles Press
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"