Patterns are revealed in creation. By studying the patterns, we are learning to see and understand the creation. These patterns are further explained and explored through the study of mathematics. Through the study of nature, man has discovered number patterns, sequences, theorems, postulates, and axiom. Even a child can see the importance of numbers when […]
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Nicomachus tells us that in order to study, learn, and know philosophy, we must first begin with arithmetic. Arithmetic is the study of the finite quantity – numbers, while geometry, second on Nicomachus’ list, is the study of finite sizes – shapes. While most people struggle to understand the world of numbers, many intuitively understand
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Although we may want to pursue the wonder of the world and open the beauty of creation with mathematics, we often find ourselves in the weeds. We teach our children to identify numbers, patterns, and symbols. We teach them to compute sums and products as though the calculator didn’t exist. In short, we teach arithmetic.
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Creating wonder in our children comes naturally when we consider the world around us. What 2 year-old isn’t fascinated by the cooking pots, dog, or snow outside? These seemingly normal occurrences are new, exciting, and mysterious to our young children. Building from this natural God-given wonder at the world seems obvious when it comes to
The single most difficult decision you may find yourself making with homeschooling is deciding where to start with the formal study of mathematics. Maybe this is all hyperbole and you’ve never struggled with this decision. If that’s the case, I’d like to encourage you to think about it. Where should you start with the study
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