#15 (Back to School Series) Why Do I Even Need to Learn This? Math & Science Edition
Update: 2025-09-10
Description
When kids complain about schoolwork, “When will I ever use this?” it’s tempting to dismiss the question. But what if that curiosity is actually the key to motivation? In this episode, I explore how parents can respond in ways that shift the focus from memorizing formulas and facts to the hidden skills kids are really practicing. Through the lens of math and science, we’ll look at how perseverance, logical thinking, curiosity, and problem-solving prepare kids for the real world, and I’ll share simple scripts and conversation starters to make those skills come alive at home.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why it’s normal (and important!) for kids to ask “Why do I need this?”
- How Simon Sinek’s Start With Why framework applies to academics.
- The hidden skills kids are building through math, like resilience, perseverance, and step-by-step thinking.
- How science teaches curiosity, critical thinking, and testing ideas.
- Practical scripts and conversation starters to reframe school complaints into meaningful conversations.
Resources & Links:
- Follow me on Instagram: @whatiwantmykidstoknow_pod
- Follow my friend, @thethinkingmom on Instagram
- Please leave a review on Apple or Spotify—your feedback helps the show reach more parents!
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