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Taking Math Outside and Sprinkle in Some Imagination

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  Taking Math Outside and Sprinkle in Some Imaginition  Are your kids excited each day to do math? Or better yet, are you excited to do math with your children? Maybe they love math and get excited to sit with their worksheets and pencil. If your kids are anything like mine, this is their worst nightmare. The second my child shuts down, it's over, and now math is my worst nightmare. I promise you it does not have to be this way! By taking math outside and sprinkling a little  imagination  on it, math can be fun! There are  so many benefits of taking math outside  that I hope you will try to make it a regular part of your routine, whether you are a teacher, parent, or homeschooler! Here are some ideas to get you started!  Number Recognition and Value  Number recognition:  Paint rocks! Painting is a fun and creative way to help children with number recognition. Make sure you include the symbols +,- x, - Scavenger Hunt:  Hide the painted ro...