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Why Psychological States Matter in Learning — And How Story Can Change Everything

By: Sharronda Smith

A 2025 review of 19 studies found that when teachers used storytelling in math, students felt less anxious, enjoyed learning more, and performed better. Story helped turn math from something stressful into something engaging and relatable

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Why Celebrating Small Wins Is Important—Especially for Students Who Struggle with Math

By: Sharronda Smith

Sometimes when we don't celebrate the small wins we fail to achieve the big ones. Celebrating the small wins can be a big deal for neurodivergent learners! But why? And how can we celebrate without seeming insincere or breaking the bank?

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How Emotions Impact Learning Math—And the Simple Shift That Helps Neurodivergent Teens Re-Engage with Math

By: Sharronda Smith

Have you ever been unmotivated to do laundry, engage with others, or do your homework? As we age, we learn to accomplish tasks regardless of our mood, but we often alter our emotions to achieve them. This blog post explores how emotions affect math learning and how to achieve the right mindset.

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