When I was in grade 9, more than two decades ago, I stumbled upon a problem in a magazine that would haunt me for days. The problem was deceptively simple: You have an 8×8 square carpet and a 6×1 rectangular carpet strip. Make a single cut to the
I'll never forget the day I met Neil, a bright-eyed third-grader whose parents beamed with pride as they introduced him as their "math genius." They weren't exaggerating about his calculation prowess - the kid was genuinely impressive. "Neil, what's 459 plus
If you think about it, the most important thing your child could learn today is perhaps not math, or coding, or writing - but learning itself. Yes, learning how to learn. We live in a time when information is everywhere, but true understanding is rare. Most children spend years “studying”
Yuneke Gonzalez is a third grader who learns a little differently—and thinks a whole lot deeper. Yuneke is a thinker, a builder, and an artist. Her days are filled with color, sketches, and big ideas. For Yuneke, creativity and problem-solving go hand in hand. Before joining Cuemath, Yuneke found
Elin doesn’t just aim high—she reaches it. From school assessments to competitive math programs, her journey reflects steady growth, curiosity, and dedication. Meet Elin Luna * Grade 8, Cuemath student since 2021 * Learning with Ms. Shalini Kumar * Selected for her school’s Accelerated Math Program * Performed excellently in school
Bryan Tu is a fifth grader who’s always asking: “What’s the logic behind this?” Meet Bryan Tu * Grade 5, but doing High School Algebra * Cuemath student since 2021 * National Rank: 9, State of California Rank: 9 at Kangaroo Math Competition * Beyond Math: Loves gaming For him, math isn’
Nikunj’s story is one of focus, curiosity, and quiet determination. What began as a young boy’s interest in numbers has transformed into a deep love for learning that has earned him some of the highest academic honors. From winning the C.V. Raman Award to securing a Gold
A Parent’s Guide to Nurturing True Mathematical Thinking in an AI World Rethinking “Good at Math” Have you ever been asked: “Are you good at math?” Unsurprisingly, many answer by thinking about speed, grades, or memorization. But in today’s world of calculators and AI tools like ChatGPT or