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Talking about Math and using the abacus

1D AGO

Ep:34-All Things Abacus

**Subtraction on the Abacus** - Demonstration of subtraction problems (76 minus 29, 67 minus 29) - Explanation of handling numbers using place value system - Comparison between using physical blocks and the Abacus **Multiplication Concepts and Teaching Methods** - Teaching multiplication using visual representations and repeated addition - Understanding place value and distributive property - Using the Abacus for multiplication problems - Creating educational materials including practice pages and videos - Games for learning multiplication facts (bingo, tic-tac-toe, card games) - Teaching the 2 times table and 3 times table with dinosaur-themed materials - Multiplying factors and significant figures **Word Problems and Applications** - Solving word problems involving subtraction and multiplication - Visual representation through drawing - Understanding grouping concepts (e.g., candy in bags) - Number flexibility and different ways to group items **Division Introduction** - Preview of division teaching strategies - Breaking down problems into smaller steps - Using "or less" vocabulary consistently - Importance of mastering multiplication facts before division - Using visual aids like number lines and equations **Math Combinations and Conceptual Learning** - Understanding number partners and fact families - Practicing minus operations - Switching numbers to understand relationships The session also included discussions about calendars for teaching time concepts and number search activities.

1h 30m
FEB 12

Ep:33-All Things Abacus

**Educational Materials Development:** - Number search books and word search activities for Abacus practice - Children's picture books featuring Abacus concepts with AI-generated illustrations - Abacus calendars combining place values with daily dates - Practice workbooks and math maze books - A second-grade Abacus-based intervention math program **Teaching Methods and Demonstrations:** - Multiplication on Abacus, including 2-digit multiplication techniques - Subtraction strategies and building blocks - Leading zeros and their role in Abacus calculations - Place values and how the Abacus tracks numbers automatically - Two-step problem-solving methods with multiple approaches **Math Education Philosophy:** - Preventing "math trauma" through proper implementation - Building strong foundational understanding before advancing - Allowing students to discover their own shortcuts and methods - The importance of number sense, fluency, and flexibility - Critiques of poor implementation in Common Core materials **Future Plans:** - Adding multiplication content to online class platform - Creating read-along videos for children's books - Developing themed holiday books - Publishing goal of 100 books total - Music books for seniors with dementia

1h 34m
FEB 5

Ep:32-All Things Abacus

**New Book Introductions:** - Lynette presented "The Abacus for Seniors" (Volume 1, Level 1), featuring basic addition and subtraction with maze activities and a companion journal with writing prompts - A second-grade intervention book for teaching abacus fundamentals using worksheets and number lines **Mathematical Problem-Solving:** - Addition strategies for different place values (e.g., 460 + 190, 358 + 183, 867 + 137) - Subtraction techniques and sequential learning challenges (100 to 1 sequences) - Multiplication exercises using the abacus **Teaching Methods and Techniques:** - Using the abacus workflow formula (pages 48-49 in Basic Maths for Adults) to determine which numbers to use first - Visual assessment of bead availability before performing operations - Transitioning between addition and subtraction modes - Different approaches: left-to-right versus right-to-left calculations - Cut-and-paste activities for fine motor skills development - Repeated addition as a foundation for multiplication **Key Concepts:** - Understanding place values and carrying numbers - The two primary carrying operations: making a 5 (plus 5 minus 4) or making a 10 (plus 10 minus 9) - Breaking down complex problems into single-digit operations - An innovative shortcut discovered by Lynette's son using the plus 5 formula **Progress Updates:** - Tamilu's progress through multiple math books - Neidra rejoining after two months and planning to catch up with materials

1h 25m
JAN 29

Ep:31-All Things Abacus

The meeting centered on discussing the Abacus math method, its benefits for developing number sense and mental math skills, and how it differs from mainstream math approaches in teaching addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Lynette shared her experience teaching Abacus to her children and explained how her teaching materials have evolved to be more interactive and engaging while maintaining effectiveness. The conversation included practical teaching strategies, the importance of understanding concepts over memorization, and action items for creating additional instructional videos and materials. **Core Abacus Concepts:** - Number bonds and how Abacus approaches differ from mainstream math (decomposing from the first number's perspective vs. the second) - Abacus formulas and frameworks for addition and subtraction - Two-step calculations and when students need to articulate vs. automatically perform them - Teaching strategies: starting from the left side, using visual aids, and interactive elements **Practical Applications:** - Problem-solving demonstrations (42+39, 87-35, 85+48, 80-47, 72-29, 32-17) - Multiplication and division using distributive property and repeated addition - Mental math development and muscle memory through practice **Teaching Evolution:** - Comparison between older teaching methods (30 problems per sitting, memorization-focused) and newer interactive approaches - Appropriate practice volume (8-10 problems vs. overwhelming amounts) - Emphasis on understanding concepts over speed and memorization **Student Experience:** - Ethan (Lynette's oldest son, age 18) shared his experience learning Abacus at age 4.5 - Benefits for basic arithmetic, algebra, and developing strong number sense - Abacus advantages in multiplication and division compared to American math methods **Comparison with Other Methods:** - Differences between Soroban Abacus and Right Start Abacus - Abacus vs. mainstream math teaching approaches - Integration with other curricula like Math with Confidence **Practical Tips:** - Importance of reading comprehension for word problems - When to introduce formula writing - Using concrete tools (money, blocks) alongside Abacus

1h 30m
JAN 23

Ep:30-All Things Abacus

The meeting focused on teaching strategies for math instruction using Abacus methods, with discussions about supporting students at different skill levels in subtraction and other arithmetic concepts. Participants reviewed curriculum structure and lesson progression, emphasizing the importance of mastering foundational concepts before introducing more complex two-step problems. The group also briefly discussed supporting a family member with reading comprehension challenges and announced the upcoming publication of a new Abacus book for seniors. **Teaching Strategies & Methods** - Subtraction teaching approaches using Abacus versus mainstream methods - Formulas for minus 10, minus 5, and plus 10 operations - Left-to-right versus right-to-left calculation methods - Using manipulatives to demonstrate mathematical concepts **Curriculum Structure & Progression** - Organizing Abacus books by levels (1-4) within grade levels - Lesson planning with specific page ranges for each concept - The importance of mastering foundational skills before introducing two-step problems - Curating age-appropriate questions from mainstream math materials **Student-Specific Guidance** - Assessing Abram's readiness for different math concepts - Recommendations to focus on minus 10 formulas before advancing - Pairing plus and minus lessons (e.g., plus 7s with minus 7s) - Introduction timing for multiplication, arrays, and skip counting **Special Topics** - Supporting seniors with dementia through Abacus activities - Reading comprehension challenges for non-native English speakers with cognitive decline - The new Abacus book series for seniors with gentle, accessible formatting **General Discussions** - The benefits of structured, incremental math instruction - Differences between regrouping, borrowing, and trading terminology - How to organize workbooks using tabs for different lesson sections - The cognitive effects of activities like doom scrolling versus focused learning

1h 43m
JAN 15

Ep:29-All Things Abacus

The meeting focused on teaching and discussing Abacus math concepts, particularly around addition, subtraction, and multiplication with decimals. Lynette led a detailed explanation of decimal multiplication using the Abacus, demonstrating how to count leading zeros and showing the logical reasoning behind the process rather than just memorizing rules. The discussion included practical examples and visual demonstrations of how to handle decimal calculations on the Abacus, with Lynette emphasizing the importance of understanding the underlying concepts rather than just following memorized procedures. The session also covered how to track numbers and maintain accuracy during calculations, with Lynette sharing her teaching philosophy of explaining "why" rather than just demonstrating "how." **Math Concepts:** - Addition and subtraction techniques using the Abacus - Two-step subtraction processes - Sequential addition (adding odd numbers from 1 to 19) - Place value and column-based calculations - Multiplication on the Abacus - Single-digit multiplication (3 times table through 9 times table) - Determining significant figures in multiplication problems - Distributive property for multi-digit multiplication - Decimal multiplication - Counting leading zeros for decimal placement - Logical reasoning behind decimal calculations - Using the Abacus to determine answer placement rather than memorizing rules **Teaching Materials and Methods:** - Lynette's new Abacus book with journaling sections for seniors - Adding cursive writing practice sheets to future books - Using packaging tape to protect and reuse teaching materials - Sequential subtraction exercises and interactive activities - Maze books with spaces for writing answers **Teaching Philosophy:** - Emphasis on explaining "why" rather than just demonstrating "how" - Understanding underlying concepts versus memorization - Making math safe and accessible for learners - Connecting Abacus methods to mainstream math

1h 20m
JAN 8

Ep:28-All Things Abacus

The meeting covered updates on Lynette's educational platforms and progress with Abacus teaching methods for both adults and children, including discussions about her online courses, podcasts, and upcoming materials. Participants discussed strategies for teaching mathematics using the Abacus approach versus traditional methods, addressing student resistance and learning challenges while emphasizing depth of understanding over multiple strategies. Lynette outlined plans for developing new learning modules, worksheets, and structured curriculum materials, while Alisa provided feedback on teaching approaches and shared updates on her son's progress with the Abacus program. Platform and Content UpdatesLynette's new online presence across Spotify, YouTube, and TikTokWebsite and membership platform updatesNew course structure with separate sections for adults and childrenTeaching Methods and StrategiesAbacus learning techniques (left-to-right vs. right-to-left approaches)Two-step addition and subtraction problems with formulasMultiplication teaching methods: songs, finger methods, shortcuts vs. direct memorizationDiscussion of mnemonic devices (like "8 times 8, go through the gate, it is 64") and the 9s times table finger trickDebate about procedures versus genuine number understandingStudent Progress and ChallengesAbram's progress and challenges with Abacus practiceAlisa's daughter's use of fingers for multiplicationStrategies for handling student resistance and learning fatigueCurriculum DevelopmentNew materials: multiplication books (organized by times tables), division books, maze activities, and listening modulesPlans for "spin the wheel" dry erase practice booksSpiral review sections to reinforce learningEducational PhilosophyEmphasis on depth over breadth: teaching one strategy wellAvoiding decision fatigue by focusing on conceptual understandingCritique of mainstream math shortcuts (PEMDAS, FOIL) in favor of fundamental conceptsImportance of teaching "why" behind methodsPractical MattersPrivate tutoring package optionsBalancing multiple math curriculaPractice frequency and workload management recommendations

2 hr
2025-12-19

Ep:27-All Things Abacus

The meeting focused on reviewing Lynette's Abacus-based math curriculum and educational materials, including her recently published multiplication book for adults and sequential workbooks for children. Participants practiced solving various math problems using the Abacus method, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and word ladder activities that combine mathematical operations with language skills. Lynette discussed her plans to create accompanying instructional videos, expand her product line, and develop grade-specific multiplication workbooks while explaining her teaching approach that emphasizes visualization and gradual progression from simple to complex concepts. Math Practice and Instruction:Addition, subtraction, and multiplication problems using the Abacus methodTwo-step equations and multi-digit calculationsPractice with single-digit to 6-digit problemsCurriculum Materials:Review of Lynette's sequential math workbooks and activity booksIntroduction of the new multiplication book for adults (Book #20)Discussion of book structure progressing from single-digit to multi-digit problemsIntegration of word problems and sentences in later levelsTeaching Methods:Demonstration of the Abacus approach to multiplication, including times tables (5s, 2s, 3s)Explanation of formula internalization and automatic calculationDiscussion of when students should verbalize steps versus performing calculations automaticallyEducational Activities:Word ladder activities combining math and language skillsHidden word/phrase puzzlesColor-by-number mosaicsMaze activitiesProduct Development Plans:Creating accompanying videos for each of the 16 booksDeveloping grade-specific multiplication workbooks (individual books for each times table)Building out website featuresExpanding activity product linesStudent Progress:Discussion of Abram's progress with the AbacusDemonstration of critical thinking when solving 6+6 on the Abacus

1h 53m

Talking about Math and using the abacus

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