In this episode of Blooming Curious, Dr. Aditya Nagrath, author of 'Treating Mathematics Anxiety' and founder of the Elephant Learning Mathematics Academy, joins the podcast to discuss his mission to remove mathematics anxiety and empower children in their learning. Dr. Nagrath explains how deficits in early childhood mathematics lead to future difficulties, the importance of understanding mathematical language, and provides insights into his program, Elephant Learning. This digital tool uses adaptive algorithms and gamification to personalise learning paths and effectively teach essential math topics from counting to algebra. Dr. Nagrath also shares strategies for parents to incorporate math into daily life and highlights the importance of maintaining high standards and challenging students. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on supporting children's mathematical confidence.

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00:00 Introduction to Dr. Aditya Nagarath and Elephant Learning00:56 Understanding Early Childhood Math Deficits02:37 The Language of Mathematics04:47 Overview of Elephant Learning Program08:16 Addressing Math Anxiety16:35 Importance of STEM and Higher-Level Math25:42 Strategies for Parents to Foster Math Skills31:01 Success Stories and Personal Anecdotes35:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts