Math rules can sometimes feel confusing, especially when they involve abstract ideas. One concept that often puzzles young learners is the commutative property, which is the idea that numbers can be added in any order and still give the same result. When you help children spot commutative patterns, they can solve problems more efficiently. This also helps build their confidence when solving multi-step tasks and word problems.

Give your child's brain some exercise with these riddles for kids. See how many you can solve together, from easy to hard (and some funny ones, too!). Updated for November 2025

Helping Your Child Love Math at Home Math can be one of the most rewarding, and at times, most intimidating, subjects to teach. Whether you’re new to homeschooling or looking to reignite your child’s love of learning, this workshop from Modulo and Prodigy offers real-world strategies to make math meaningful and fun.

Take a quick look around your home or classroom. Notice the cereal box on the counter or the can of paint on the shelf? All of these have three different dimensions: length, width, and height. These are called 3-dimensional shapes, and they’re everywhere once you notice them.

Homework is meant to help students learn. But for many children, the mere mention of the word "homework" conjures feelings of fear, anxiety, or boredom. Instead of being a tool for growth and a stepping stone toward academic excellence, homework becomes a thing of dread.

Fifth grade is an exciting time for young learners. It’s a year where many students explore clubs and sports, form new friendships, and take on new responsibilities. They also may take field trips, join class projects, and do other activities that allow them to explore and learn outside the classroom.