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The World's Biggest Coin: The Big Nickel We recently took a trip to see the World's biggest coin which is made of nickel but what is nickel and why is it important? Keep reading to learn more... Nickel: The Everyday Element Helping Build Our Modern World When children learn about the elements, they often hear about oxygen, gold, iron, or carbon. But hidden in many everyday objects is an element that quietly helps power our world: nickel . Nickel is a silvery-white metal found naturally in the Earth. It is strong, resistant to rust, and extremely useful. From coins to kitchen tools, batteries to stainless steel, nickel helps make many of the things families use every day possible. Teaching elementary-aged children, nickel offers a wonderful opportunity to connect science, geography, technology, environmental studies, and everyday life . What Is Nickel? Nickel is a chemical element with the symbol Ni and atomic number 28 on the periodic table. It belongs to the group of m...

6 Ways To Tell If Your Child Has a Math Brain

Have you ever wondered whether your child was stronger in Math or Language Arts or in both? Well keep reading to find out more. 

Signs that a young child may be stronger in Math than in Language Arts and vice versa, vary depending on individual strengths and weaknesses. 

Here are some common signs to look for:

Signs a Child is Stronger in Math

1. Strong problem-solving skills. They may excel at puzzles, logical reasoning, and finding patterns.

2. Quick mental math abilities. They may be able to perform calculations mentally with ease.

3. Strong spatial reasoning. They may have a good understanding of shapes, symmetry, and geometry.

4. Interest in numbers. They may display enthusiasm for counting, sorting, and working with numbers.

Picture of a young child solving  mathematical problems using the numberline

5. Strong memory for mathematical concepts. They may remember mathematical formulas, rules, and procedures easily.

6. High attention to detail. They may be meticulous when solving math problems and pay close attention to steps and processes.


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