Discovery Math

About Anna Shevyakova

Hello! My name is Anna Shevyakova. With a robust academic background and extensive teaching experience, I am dedicated to providing personalized and effective education for all my students. I hold two M.Sc. degrees — one in Engineering Physics from Moscow Engineering-Physics Institute (MEPhI), Russia, and another in Neuropsychology from Queen's University, Kingston, Canada. My expertise spans Math, Biophysics, Psychology, and Neuroscience, which I integrate into my teaching approach to create engaging and enriching learning experiences.

I offer one-on-one in-person and online lessons for students of all levels (K-12), abilities, and backgrounds. My lessons are tailored to each student’s unique needs, utilizing a variety of materials to develop skills and fundamental knowledge. We also incorporate games, and I provide homework assignments to reinforce learning. This personalized approach has proven to be both efficient and exciting for my students, with many achieving great success and developing a passion for learning.

I have taught in elementary school, the Russian school of Saskatoon, and served as a lab instructor in Mathematics at the University of Saskatchewan and Queen's University. I also participated in an international study on dyslexia at Queen's University and homeschooled my children for 11 years. Over the past 25 years, I have been teaching Math privately and running several Math circles and learning groups. Along with my husband and other helpers, I have organized several Math Game events in Saskatoon. Seeing my students grow and succeed, such as Theo Diederichsen, who now studies Mathematics at UBC, brings me immense joy and fulfillment.

Personalized Math Lessons for All Levels

Mathematics is fundamental to a well-rounded education, fostering logical, abstract, and critical thinking skills. At Discovery Math, we aim to make learning math enjoyable and effective for students of all ages. Our personalized lessons help identify and address knowledge gaps, build a solid foundation, and develop a love for this fascinating subject. We use a variety of North American and European curricula, along with specialized materials, worksets, and handouts, many of which I have developed over the years.

Discovery and Joy of Learning

Every child deserves an engaging and exciting learning experience. We incorporate games for younger children to develop math skills, logic, memory, and spatial thinking. For older students, we provide creative tasks and challenging problems to deepen their understanding.

Lessons for Grades K-6

For younger students, we focus on making math interesting and understandable. Lessons start with a game or logical task, followed by theoretical and technical work, and end with a visual and captivating activity. Weekly homework is optional but encouraged for motivated students to reinforce learning.

Lessons for Grades 7-12

We begin by testing new students to identify gaps and areas needing improvement. For those aiming to enhance school performance, we systematically work through the curriculum with weekly assignments. Advanced students receive a more challenging curriculum, and those interested in competitive math tackle Olympiad-type problems. Our goal is to meet and exceed international standards in mathematical preparation.

What is a Good Age to Start?

Starting early is beneficial. We offer 30-minute lessons for children aged 5-8 and 1-hour lessons for older students. To build a solid foundation, we recommend starting no later than Grade 7. However, students of any age will benefit from at least one term of weekly classes.

In Person and Online

Both in-person and online classes are offered.

Our program is designed to help your child develop and enhance their IQ by focusing on key areas such as logic, spatial thinking, and mathematics. Through a variety of engaging activities, we foster cognitive growth and intellectual curiosity.

We emphasize logic development with puzzles and problem-solving exercises, spatial thinking through visualizing 3D geometric objects, and pattern recognition via challenging IQ puzzles. Our advanced math curriculum, including Olympiad-level problems, stimulates a deeper understanding and proficiency in mathematics.

As an experienced teacher, I provide personalized, one-on-one lessons tailored to each child's unique learning style and pace. Many parents seek a blend of math education and IQ development for their children. To help you find the right balance, please answer the questionnaire on the next page.

Join our program today and watch your child's IQ soar as they develop essential cognitive skills and a lifelong love for learning!

The program for each child is tailored to blend math and logic according to their individual needs and abilities:

• Balancing Act: When a child excels in school math, or when there is space in our lessons, we incorporate logic development to further enhance their cognitive skills.

• Holistic Development: This blend ensures your child not only succeeds in school math but also develops essential life skills that contribute to their overall intellectual growth.

By integrating both math and logic into our program, we provide a well-rounded education that prepares your child for both academic and real-world success.