Gaining the Competitive Edge
While most school curricula at ages 6 and 7 are still reinforcing basic counting, Abacus Map students are already diving into advanced arithmetic. This is the “Golden Age” for developing a mental image of the abacus.
What They Learn:
- Advanced Arithmetic: Introduction to multiplication and division using abacus logic.
- Mental Theory (Anzan): Children learn to “visualize” the abacus in their minds, moving the beads mentally to solve problems without the physical tool.
- Multi-Tasking: Developing the ability to listen to numbers and calculate simultaneously, boosting auditory memory.
The Curriculum Advantage: Because our students tackle multiplication and division early, they enter the classroom with a massive head start. This leads to higher self-esteem, better concentration in all subjects, and a “math-brain” that processes information faster than their peers.
