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[quote=Anonymous]We have one using Common Core and we are not thrilled with it.  I can see where the style math would be good in 3-4-5-6 grade but it is not very good for a K. and 1st grader who needs to know the basics.  He can do basic word problems in K. but he is not understanding HOW you get 2+2 as he can only do it their style.  We are supplementing to teach him the basics as it concerns us he can do their style math, but cannot do basic addition and subtraction.  If you do the homework, the concepts are not particularly easy.  An average or above average child can do it and it may work for them, but we are facing our 4 year old with delays going into K. and are going to have to go private to avoid it.  The 4 year old cannot do that kind of abstract reasoning yet due to his delays.  He can do 2+2=4 the old fashion style with no problem and I'm sure he will get there but the logic style thinking does not work for him.  There is no alternative for kids like him and that is where I have my main issue.[/quote]

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