Joy and enthusiasm provide essential components to build the motivation and perseverance needed to understand and succeed in math. Neuroimaging and cognitive neuroscience research show correlations demonstrating children's math negativity adversely impacts their dedication and successful learning. Here, we'll suggest interventions to promote children's positive attitudes about math. Reduce Math Mistake Fear For most children, the biggest school fear is making a mistake in front of classmates. Help reduce mistake fear and increase your children's participation with activities where errors are part of the process.