by John Mighton: learn more about JUMP Math's background and philosophy
John Mighton, JUMP Math's founder, wrote The Myth of Ability: Nurturing Mathematical Talent in Every Child in 2003. It explores his work and teaching approach, as well as the development of the JUMP Math program.
Interested in training in the JUMP Math Method? JUMP's next Teacher Professional Development session is this June in Toronto: Our June session is now full! Check back here periodically for information on future PD sessions.
Do you have a JUMP Math story? Tell us!
"I learned division, fractions, adding and subtracting and a lot about multiplying. I could learn the times tables because I used my fingers. It worked because I could see what was next. It was good, very good to learn one step at a time because I got it! The best thing about JUMP Math was the worksheets and the graph paper. I know that I can do any math now when it is taught by steps."
—Vancouver Student, July 2006