As rightly pointed out in the above quote, Mathematics as a subject should not be considered boring. Given the prevalent atmosphere surrounding this subject, however, many people will refuse to follow this. Since a child's first introduction to the world of mathematics is filled with fear, complexity, and difficulty, it's easy to see how this attitude of maths being uninteresting and difficult could begin growing from a very young age.

This hatred for the subject adds to the dismay of the teachers, making it more challenging to impart knowledge around it. The good news is that there are ways to make the learning around math more fun and engaging to enhance the performance of the students in class. It is often seen that the concepts being taught under this subject are relevant, the manner in which it is being taught is also vital. Let’s explore 5 simple tricks to make maths lessons engaging, memorable, and fun for the students;

1. HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES: We may only know mathematics through lectures and worksheets since the beginning, but there are now so many more ways to make math enjoyable. Encouraging children to utilize instructional teaching aids, play games around mathematical concepts, and get up and move around! A session in which students had to count or divide candy or other objects is considerably more likely to pique their interest (and be remembered). Hands-on lessons are fantastic for introducing new ideas and getting students enthused about new units and skills. While worksheets and flashcards are vital parts of learning arithmetic, they are not the only way to do so.
   
   
2. MAKE THE SUBJECT A PERSONAL EXPERIENCE:  Incorporating students' hobbies into your problems and equations is one of the simplest methods to get them enthusiastic about math. Are we talking about probabilities? Use their favorite sports team as an example. Is it possible to teach money? Have students calculate how much money they'll need to save each week in order to get the hot new item or piece of technology that they all want. Incorporating your kids' names into word puzzles might make them more engaging. When in doubt, make it ridiculous. Lean into the laughter in math class! Your pupils are considerably more likely to remember a subject with a funny acronym or a word problem about polka-dotted elephants.
   
   
3. MAKE YOUR MATH LESSONS MORE UNIQUE: Extroverted students may study better in a group setting where they may discuss issues. Some other students, on the other hand, might not be comfortable raising their hands during a math class.  Because every child learns differently, having a variety of lesson plans, especially for a subject like math, can make a huge difference in your students' learning. When teaching math, make sure to include talks, small groups, worksheets, flashcards, and hands-on activities. Also, whenever possible, provide choices for assessing math skills. Some students may be intimidated by a page full of mathematics questions, but when taught one at a time on flashcards or an online quiz, they can do them correctly. 
   
   
4. QUESTIONS SHOULD BE ENCOURAGED: Many teachers are confused as to how to make mathematics enjoyable for their students. However, if you pay attention and encourage inquiries, your students might make it enjoyable for you! Perhaps your children want to know how fast they'd have to get to the moon and back before recess ends. Don't disregard the solution to that question because it's hard. Instead, use it as a springboard to discuss grade-appropriate math concepts and skills. Encourage students to estimate things like how quickly they believe they'd have to fly. Calculate the size of the spaceship that will be required to transport the entire class. Distribute the resources you'll require, such as food and water. Discuss distance and the concept of infinity. Sure, you could Google the solution, but you could also use the opportunity to teach them something.
   
5. INTERDISCIPLINARY ASPECT OF MATHEMATICS: Start with making math meaningful for your students if you want to make arithmetic entertaining for them. Include math in your science, history, and even language arts topics. Ask students to calculate how long ago the Revolutionary War occurred. Make word problems based on a book the class is currently reading. Before doing a science experiment, make an estimate of the expected outcomes. Students will obtain a more holistic understanding of mathematics and its applications if you integrate your lectures. Even if they don't want to be a mathematician, they'll see why it's important and why they'll need it for the rest of their lives. You can also sneak in some extra math practice without your students realizing it by integrating math with a subject they already appreciate.
   
   CREATING LIFE-LONG LEARNERS AND MATH ENTHUSIASTS REQUIRES MAKING MATH MEANINGFUL!!