The Singaporean Math Teacher

Empowering learners to be problem solvers

13/05/2026

Most people think Singapore Math is just about getting ahead academically.

But the real goal was never speed or memorisation.

It was to develop students who can think, reason, explain, and solve unfamiliar problems.

And the newer 2021 Singapore Mathematics curriculum pushes this even further.

That’s why today’s Singapore Math questions often look “harder” — even when the math itself is simple.

Because modern Singapore Math is increasingly about deep understanding, not just correct answers.

12/05/2026

Most people think good math students are just “naturally smart.”

But research behind Singapore mathematics suggests something different…

Children develop stronger mathematical understanding when they are encouraged to explain, justify, and discuss their thinking — not just memorise procedures.

This is why Singapore math classrooms often sound very different from traditional classrooms.

Students are asked:
🧠 “Why does that work?”
🧠 “Can you prove it?”
🧠 “Can you solve it another way?”

Because real mathematical ability is not just about getting answers.
It is about reasoning.

And honestly, this is one of the biggest shifts many parents notice when transitioning into Singapore mathematics.

Do you think schools focus enough on mathematical thinking today? 👇

Singapore Mathematics - Primary 2 Comparing Unit Fractions

12/05/2026

https://youtu.be/CnBxgr3dFzo

Singapore Mathematics - Primary 2 Comparing Unit Fractions Link to fraction wall in comment

$Singapore Mathematics - Primary 3 Adding unlike fractions$ 12/05/2026

I started making videos for my nephews in Singapore so they can do some independent learning. I hope these videos can help your learner too.

Singapore Mathematics - Primary 3 Adding unlike fractions Link to fraction wall and tiles in comment below.

Singapore Mathematics - think! Mathematics Walkthrough

08/05/2026

Hi everyone, I hope you are well.
I understand that some of you have started reviewing learning materials for your learner for the next academic year. I’ve created another video featuring a different Singapore mathematics curriculum for you to consider.

Singapore Mathematics - think! Mathematics Walkthrough Welcome to our walkthrough of think! Mathematics Singapore Edition! 📚✏️In this video, we take a closer look at the **think! Mathematics Singapore Edition** ...

07/05/2026

A powerful philosophy guiding the teaching of Singapore mathematics.

Comparing Dimensions Math and Primary Mathematics (SIE)

06/05/2026

In this video, I conducted a thorough comparison of Dimensions Math and the latest Primary Mathematics (SIE) from Singapore.

Comparing Dimensions Math and Primary Mathematics (SIE) This video compares the two sets of materials by looking at what seems obvious and underlying principles of the Singapore mathematics curriculum.

20/04/2026

Over the summer, students can lose months of math learning.

That gap doesn’t just disappear, it follows them into the next school year.

Give your child the advantage of a strong start with a targeted programme built on Singapore Math principles.

✔ Review essential concepts
✔ Close learning gaps
✔ Preview next year’s key topics

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08/03/2026

Looking for parents and teachers of students in Grades 1–5 who are using any form of Singapore Math for the first time.

I am developing bar model drawing courses and would like to conduct a short survey and gather feedback to help refine the course. If you are interested in assisting and attending my prototype course for free in exchange for feedback, please DM me.

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20/11/2025

The lack of number sense becomes evident when students are asked to work with numbers they don’t work with as much, especially rational numbers. How can we help students improve that?

30/10/2025

If you are finding it hard to get through Dimensions Math Grade 3 Chapter 2, you might want to watch this. Mental Strategies do not have to be taught consecutively as structured in Dimensions Math. One of the outcomes of the curriculum is to develop flexible thinking through the application of mental strategies but there is no hurry to cover all within a year.

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