Math Sense

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: Dividing by 7 can be a challenge sometimes. Here's how to know if a number is divisible by 7:
Separate the number into the last digit and the rest of the number.
Double the last digit.
Subtract that from the rest of the number.
If the result is divisible by 7, so is the original number!

This article is about ways to get teens excited about math, but we think these are great ideas for younger kids, as well!

Making math fun: 8 cool ways to help get teens excited Whether your teen is already a math fan or needs a little nudging to get excited about it, we've got 8 really cool ideas for making math fun. (For you too!)

Math in Real Life: With the recent snowstorms, local businesses, especially restaurants, are having a tough time. What about taking your child out to dinner - and then having them help calculate the tip, or pretend you're going to split the bill and figure out how much each person owes? You can help your child learn, show them how they will use math in their everyday lives, and help your community out at the same time!

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Math in Real Life: We have seen a LOT of snow in the past few days (with more to come!). Are you watching weather forecasts with your child? Meteorologists need to know math to be able to predict weather with confidence. Probability comes into play as they discuss the level of certainty of a storm striking us, and other calculations must be made to determine the track of the storm and its severity.