Introduction
My approach is one that emphasizes building understanding over memorizing. I like to help students make sense of the math. I help students work with concrete models first and then move to more abstract models as their understanding grows.
Testimonials
“Our daughter related to the hands-on, conceptual nature of Alison’s curriculum. She had access to the concepts through various visual models. These representations were so powerful for her that she did not see a difference between learning the concepts and becoming proficient in the basics.”
----- 2nd grade parent
“I appreciate how calm, patient, and encouraging Alison is.”
----- participant in adult workshop
“The way Alison taught laid a superb foundation for comfort, confidence, proficiency, and enjoyment.”
----- 2nd grade parent
“Thank you for teaching me to be better at math. You’re as awesome as 42 squared.”
------- 4th grade student
