Parents often feel powerless when their teen struggles with Algebra. The truth is — you don’t need to be the math teacher. You just need to know how to encourage and guide them when they get stuck.
3 Things to Say When They’re Frustrated:
1. “Let’s slow down. What do you understand so far?”
2. “Can you show me how the problem starts?”
3. “Let’s look for one small thing we can solve first.”
The Question Method:
Instead of teaching, ask:
· “What’s the problem asking?”
· “What can you combine?”
· “Does this look like another example?”
Why It Works:
These questions train your teen to think critically and independently, while you stay the calm guide.
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