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🧠 Mental Math: Helping Kids Manipulate Numbers in Their Mind

Is a Math Problem an Imagination Problem?  When we think of math, many people imagine strict rules, memorized facts, and endless worksheets. But for kids (especially in the elementary years), math is much more like a journey through the imagination. It’s about being able to picture numbers in your head, play with them, and move them around like puzzle pieces. For children, developing this skill is called mental math, and it’s one of the most powerful tools they can carry into middle school, high school, and adulthood. Why Math is an Imagination Problem Numbers aren’t just symbols on a paper, they represent ideas. When a child sees “7 + 5,” the challenge isn’t just adding digits. It’s about imagining seven things, five things, and then combining them into a whole. The stronger a child’s imagination for numbers, the easier math becomes. Think of math as a playground in the mind: ➕️➖️Addition and subtraction are like stacking and removing blocks. ✖️Multiplication is making groups of t...
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Valentines Day Cartoons

Planning a Valentines Day movie night in with the whole family - kids in tow? Here are some great Valentine's Day cartoons for all ages:


"Elemental: An unlikely love story featuring  nature's elements. In this captivating tale there is are also elements of magic, adventure, and discovery, where forces of earth, air, fire, and water shape destinies."


"Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown" from the classic "Peanuts" series. It features all of the beloved characters, such as Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and Lucy, and teaches important lessons about friendship, love, and kindness.

"Lady and the Tramp" - a classic Disney movie that tells a romantic story of two dogs from different backgrounds.

"Wall-E" - a Pixar film about a cute robot who falls in love with another robot while on a mission to clean up Earth.

"Princess and the Frog" - another Disney classic that teaches the importance of looking beyond appearances and finding true love.

"Up" - a heartwarming adventure about a man who sets out to fulfill his and his late wife's lifelong dream.

"Ratatouille" - a fun, animated movie about a rat who dreams of becoming a chef and finding love in the process.

Kid TV Shows/Series

"Doc McStuffins: My Huggy Valentine" (Season1:Ep.25): Doc McStuffins and her friends celebrate Valentine's Day in this heartwarming episode from the popular Disney Junior series.

"Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Love Day": Join Daniel Tiger and his friends as they celebrate "Love Day" in this sweet episode focusing on friendship and kindness.

"Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie's Valentine": Mickey and his pals help Minnie prepare for Valentine's Day in this cheerful episode perfect for young children.

"My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic - Hearts and Hooves Day": The ponies of Ponyville celebrate their own version of Valentine's Day in this colorful and fun episode.

"Sesame Street: Elmo's Valentine": Elmo and his friends learn about love and friendship in this heartwarming special from Sesame Street.

What other Valentines cartoons/animations would you recommend for kids?
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