Help children see that math is part of everyday life. Let children figure out the sale price for an item they want. Have children add up the bill in a restaurant. Children can compare sports statistics about their favorite players or teams.

Point out the most jobs require math. A chef needs to adapt recipes for a crowd. Computer gamers, store owners and musicians use math to success.

Show how technology and math intersect. Children need to learn to use calculators and computers to succeed in life.

Play games. Board games, such as Hi-Ho Cherrio and Monopoly, require children to count and do mental math.  Hopscotch and jacks use math. Games can help children develop number sense and computational skills.

Be positive about math. Show your children how you use math and that you are comfortable with math.

http://illuminations.nctm.org/ - National Council of Teachers of Mathematics website for math activities for K-12.

http://pbskids.org/cyberchase/games.html - Public Broadcasting System (PBS) website for math activities for grades 3-5.

http://www.coolmath.com/ - Math website for K-12 with advice and activities for parents. Online interactive lessons are included for help with homework.

http://jmathpage.com/ - Lots of math games with sections for parent resources.

http://www.amathsdictionaryforkids.com/ - A visual math dictionary for children and parents.

http://www.mathslice.com/ - This website has worksheets on the left side of the page and online games on the right side of the page. The activities are divided into basic math and advanced math topics.

http://www.gomath.com/ - Free online tutoring service for children and parents.

http://teacher.scholastic.com/maven/index.htm - Children solve math mysteries by solving math problems.