ShiftED Podcast #84 ShiftED Podcast In Conversation with Chris Wright : Fixing Math Before School Breaks It

What if math was hiding in your laundry basket?Research suggests early math play at home may be one of the strongest predictors of long-term school success—yet it's where families feel least equipped to help. In this episode, Dr. Chris Wright, CEO and founder of Early Family Math, reimagines what "doing math" with young children actually looks like: joyful, accessible, and woven into everyday life.From counting oranges to estimating cups in a pitcher, Dr. Wright shows how small daily rituals build number sense, confidence, and persistence that travel with children through every grade. We unpack the "I'm not a math person" myth that adults unknowingly pass to kids, and why games and productive struggle beat flashcards every time.Best of all? Meaningful early math doesn't require expensive programs—just consistent math talk during routines every family already has.Whether you're a caregiver, teacher, or school leader, you'll walk away with practical, play-based strategies and free ready-to-use activities from Early Family Math.🎧 Subscribe, share with a fellow educator or parent, and tell us in a review: what's one math habit you're trying this week?