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The Science of Learning: Chunk It

Our short term memory, or working memory, is limited. When kids learn something new, they challenge their working memory. Too many new pieces of information inhibit their ability to complete a task. Therefore, it is important to budget working memory and strategically manage its limitations. One strategy for achieving this is chunking. A chunk is Read More...

The Science of Learning: Making It Stick

In the past week have you forgotten anything important? I have a baby and a two year old so my list of forgotten things is quite long. I forgot to put size three diapers in the diaper bag, I forgot my son needed to go potty before his nap, and I forgot where I put Read More...

The Science of Learning: Distraction Can Be Helpful

Consider the ten penny brain puzzle below. By moving just 3 pennies, can you form a triangle that points down? (Like this: \/) Try it now. This exercise will show you something about how your brain works. Were you able to do it? Did you give up? Did it come to you all at once Read More...

Spoiler Alert! Penny Puzzle Solution

I posted this puzzle on Facebook this past week. Can you move 3 pennies and form a triangle that points down? Here is the solution: I’m a math teacher so I love looking at different solutions and explanations. Here are some of my favorites from the comments on Facebook: You move the three points. Top Read More...