"Okay, it seems you're struggling with math. Equations specifically," I said after skimming through her notes.
I leaned closer to her, explaining with clarity, "This equation at your age should be quite simple. The symbols can be tricky, and it looks like you might be confusing subtraction with division."
"They do look somewhat alike," she defended, crossing her arms.
"I understand, but they represent two very different operations. Subtraction means to take away, while division means to split into parts. They're distinct concepts," I elaborated, speaking as simply as I could while drawing the symbols on a large sheet of paper.
"Come sit here," I beckoned, knowing it would be difficult to effectively teach her from across the room. She hesitated briefly before sliding off her chair and approaching me, hopping into the seat with a light thud.
