More than one right answer, more than one right method. While those tasks make sense for 5th graders, kindergartners—and even preschoolers—can learn math through problem solving, Boaler said.

Shanaya Amernath is solving a worksheet of math problems. Some of the calculations involve several digits, ... I'm not too sure it's about patterns, it's more like an aptitude," she said.

A brain teaser shared on X had users stumped, challenging them to solve a tricky math pattern. Brain teasers are an excellent way to keep your mind sharp and engage your problem-solving skills.