1. Cultivate interest: First, stimulate children's interest in mathematics and let them feel the charm of mathematics. Children can feel the application of mathematics in life by telling stories, playing games and solving practical problems.
2. Strengthen basic knowledge: Mathematics competitions often require higher basic knowledge, so make sure that children master and skillfully use the mathematics knowledge they have learned. It can be consolidated by reviewing textbooks and exercise books.
3. Improve problem-solving skills: Math contest topics are often difficult and require children to have certain problem-solving skills. You can improve your problem-solving ability by attending training courses, consulting teachers and discussing with classmates.
4. Increase the amount of practice: Children who participate in math competitions need a lot of practice to improve their abilities. Children can arrange some time for math exercises every day to gradually improve the speed and accuracy of problem solving.
5. Cultivate a good attitude: You may encounter setbacks when you participate in a math contest, so you should cultivate your child's attitude towards difficulties and setbacks. It can teach children to be confident, face challenges bravely, learn to adjust their mentality and remain optimistic.
6. Participate in competitions: let children participate in various math competitions, such as school-level, municipal, provincial and even national competitions, so that children can exercise their abilities in actual combat and improve their psychological quality.
7. The role of the instructor: Parents and teachers should pay attention to their children's learning situation, find out their advantages and disadvantages in time, and give appropriate guidance and encouragement. You can consult a professional math teacher to understand the topics and problem-solving methods of the competition and provide targeted help for children.
8. Cultivate team spirit: Teamwork is often needed in math competitions, so it is necessary to cultivate children's team spirit. Children can participate in some team activities and learn to cooperate with others to solve problems.
9. Pay attention to life practice: apply mathematics knowledge to life and let children feel the charm of mathematics in life. For example, when shopping, let children calculate discounts, change, etc. And let them realize the importance of mathematics in daily life.
10. Regular summary and reflection: In the process of children participating in math competitions, they should summarize and reflect regularly, analyze their own advantages and disadvantages, find out where they need to improve, and make appropriate learning plans.