E919
Play, Curiosity, and the Joy of Math with Dan Finkel
From 10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher · Hosted by Vicki Davis
Episode summary
In this episode of 10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat Teacher: What if math could feel like play? 🎲 In this inspiring episode, mathematician and educator Dan Finkel—founder of Math for Love—joins Vicki Davis, the Cool Cat Teacher, to explore how curiosity, productive struggle, and play can make math more meaningful and fun for every learner. Discover how to start math lessons with questions, why struggle builds deeper understanding, and how to help students fall in love with problem-solving again.
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What if math could feel like play? 🎲 In this inspiring episode, mathematician and educator Dan Finkel—founder of Math for Love—joins Vicki Davis, the Cool Cat Teacher, to explore how curiosity, productive struggle, and play can make math more meaningful and fun for every learner. Discover how to start math lessons with questions, why struggle builds deeper understanding, and how to help students fall in love with problem-solving again. Perfect for teachers, parents, and anyone who wants to make learning joyful. 📘 Show Notes & Links: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e919 🧲 Sponsor: Today's episode is sponsored by Clixo—the award-winning magnetic play system that turns 2D shapes into endless 3D creations! Perfect for makerspaces, STEM labs, and creative kids at home. See https://www.clixo.com/pages/target/ 🎧 Subscribe and listen to more episodes of the 10-Minute Teacher Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.