Muggins Math

This article by Dr. Jo Boaler has been out for a few years, but it is just as relevant today. "Mathematics already has a huge image problem. Students rarely cry about other subjects, nor do they believe that other subjects are all about memorization or speed." (Fluency Without Fear, p. 4) https://www.youcubed.org/evidence/fluency-without-fear/

I am really amazed at how he remembered the exact order he orignally used with the Number Neighbor blocks, especially the ones closest to him since they don't appear to fit the pattern on the bottom. I also love how you tried to sneak in another math question on him, but he didn't want anything to do with your suggestion. A challenge for another day perhaps...

Are you sure your grandson is only 3 years old, Kymberly? Impressive...