In fact, mathematics is not difficult to teach. Don't kill children's imagination.

During the December vacation, my almost 9-year-old boy and I agreed to have a training session to help him review math and Chinese literacy.

In the past, I let him learn on his own. However, recently, through his father asking him to do some extra math problems, I found that his imagination was almost gone. So, I immediately stopped him from doing these math problems and reminded his father of this problem. I also emphasized that I would spend time to help him improve his ability in this area because the child did not really understand what he was learning.

Did you know that math problems rely heavily on imagination? When I was a kid, math was an area I felt confident in. I didn't know it at the time, but counting lampposts on the roadside while sitting in the car was actually related to daydreaming. In secondary school, N math was also one of my favorite subjects because I was keen to try different calculation methods and double-check them one by one, and the answers I finally came up with were often logical. However, the teaching methods in the past and now often eliminate students' imagination and rely on rote memorization of equation tables.

When I started to train the boy, during the first and second training sessions, he did not take my teaching seriously. He even seemed not serious and focused enough, and often said negative things, which destroyed his self-confidence. I have been observing the people and things around me for many years, and I know that the reason why a person loses confidence is often because he made a mistake and was magnified by others. Over time, this situation will make him doubt his chances of improvement.

Aren't adults the same as children? Therefore, when educating children, never put yourself on a pedestal, as if you are the best. Be sure to pay attention to your attitude and perspective.

Jesus treats everyone in this way. He never reveals our imperfections in front of us. Jesus often conveys to us with a humble attitude that his love transcends our impurities. Jesus is like using a magnifying glass to clearly show "love". So, as parents, should we also convey to our children that education is love for them? However, love is not the same as spoiling, nor is it love without teaching, but rather trying to answer various questions and guide them on how to act.

Faced with my boy's disrespectful attitude, I began to tell him seriously and firmly: If you treat it with an attitude of "not wanting to focus" or "not wanting to study seriously", I will stop immediately because it will not help you. And your disrespect for the teachings I give also means that you don't believe I can help you. '

After I have confirmed with him several times that he trusts me and needs my help, I will continue to guide him; of course, I must first make sure that his daily schedule is not busy. I usually let the children rest more than their working time, usually after 20 minutes of studying each subject. Rest is especially important for younger children.

I always try to create a peaceful and stable environment for the children to avoid them feeling overwhelmed and choosing to escape. However, most of the children will take the initiative to come to me and show that they are ready to receive training.

Now I will write down the questions so that you can understand why I have given them. However, if you send your children to cram schools and make rapid progress, you may find these questions too easy. Therefore, please be patient and understand why I have given them such questions. You can also let your children try them. The following are suitable questions for children in grades 1 to 3:

Let's start with the tens digit:

10 + 1 =	10 + 9 =	19 + 1 =	20 + 9 =	29 + 1 =
30 + 9 =	39 + 1 =	40 + 9 =	49 + 1 =	59 + 1 =

• 10: represents completeness.

• When digits are added to the full number, a number “beyond 10” is formed, thus appearing as eleven (11).

• 10+1: It means that you are standing in the square 10 and take one step forward, the result is eleven (11).

• 10+9: Walk 9 steps forward from 10 (11, 12, 13...19). Counting by walking can help children create pictures and encourage them to create pictures in their minds every time they count.

• 19+1: 10 symbolizes completeness, so after counting to 19, another ten will appear, so 19 takes one more step forward and becomes 19 + 1, which equals 20. We and the children can use the action of walking forward to create a picture, and encourage the children to train themselves to keep the picture in their minds every time they count.

This can not only help children develop their imagination, but also promote their brain exercise. However, it is best not to let children do this kind of training too early. It is recommended to start when they are over 7 years old.

Children under 7 years old are more suitable to develop their imagination through free play, painting, singing and dancing. However, I am not referring to deliberate learning or imitation, but letting children play freely. In this process, appropriate behavior and attitude, guidance and education are very necessary.