At BEDMAS Academy, we’re always searching for the most effective ways to help students not only understand math but to enjoy it. That’s why we were thrilled to come across recent research featured on Earth.com, highlighting a breakthrough in how children learn math best.

🔍 The Discovery: Math Is Better Learned Through Movement

A team of cognitive scientists discovered that incorporating physical movement into math learning can significantly improve a child’s understanding and retention of mathematical concepts. The study found that kids who used their hands or bodies—whether through gestures, games, or real-world interactions—performed better on math tasks than those who learned through static, paper-based methods.

In simple terms? Kids learn math better when they move!

🧠 Why Movement Matters

This finding aligns with what we see in our classrooms: children engage more when learning feels tangible and active. Movement stimulates the brain, reinforces memory, and turns abstract numbers into something a child can feel, see, and experience.

The researchers suggest that movement helps children form stronger neural connections, bridging the gap between concrete understanding and abstract reasoning. This is especially true for younger learners and those who struggle with traditional instruction.

🎯 How We Apply This at BEDMAS Academy

At BEDMAS Academy, we’re already putting this into practice:

✅ Interactive Lessons: Our tutors often use manipulatives, puzzles, and body-based learning strategies.
✅ Math Games: We incorporate activities like math scavenger hunts, relay races with equations, and logic-based challenges.
✅ Visual & Kinesthetic Aids: From algebra tiles to fraction pizzas, we bring math to life with hands-on tools.
✅ Tailored Sessions: Every student learns differently, and our 1-on-1 and group sessions adapt movement-based techniques based on learning style.

📈 What This Means for Your Child

If your child finds math challenging, it might not be the numbers—it might be the method. At BEDMAS Academy, we go beyond textbooks. By integrating research-backed strategies like movement and interactive learning, we unlock your child’s confidence and make math something they want to do.