Question: My daughter, a fourth-grader, writes her math problems so messily that she frequently gets the answer wrong just because the numbers are not lined up correctly. How can I help her keep the columns straight? - Messy Papers
Answer: Keeping the numbers in math columns properly aligned is a problem for many children. One thing that helps children write problems neatly is to use graph paper. Another technique is to turn lined paper sideways. Be sure to ask your child's teacher if your daughter can try either of these techniques. Also, you might ask the teacher for additional suggestions.
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