Common Core math is mysterious for many parents — even those who are good with numbers Common Core math aims to teach students the reasons behind math formulas Seasoned parents urge others to ...

It would be the last step in retooling Common ... for math were written so they are easier for teachers and parents to understand, although learning concepts rather than simply memorizing formulas ...

One thing most K-8 teachers in common-core states do agree on, though? That parents are less able to help with math at home because they don’t understand the new way the subject is being taught ...