.jpg)
The Monkey the Cat Podcast
The Monkey the Cat Podcast & YouTube Channel 🐾
Join Monkey the Talking Cat and his hilarious, lovable friends—Brooklyn the playful Lab, Teddy the wise German Shepherd, and Olivff the shy feline—as they embark on exciting adventures that teach valuable life lessons for kids and families alike!
From discovering the magic of kind words to solving tricky problems with teamwork, Monkey shares lessons about friendship, communication, resilience, and having fun along the way. 🐱💬✨
🎧 Tune in for:
Fun, story-filled episodes with unforgettable characters
Lessons kids can use every day—from empathy to perseverance
Interactive challenges and surprise guest appearances (from the animal kingdom, of course!)
🐾 Laugh, learn, and grow with Monkey—because every adventure comes with a life lesson. Subscribe today and never miss a whisker-twitching tale!
You can purchase "The Adventures of Monkey the Talking Cat" at Amazon.com And see where his journey began! Visit his website at MonkeytheCat.com
The Monkey the Cat Podcast
“Why Is Math So Tricky Sometimes?” Episode 76
"Hi friends, it’s me—Monkey the Talking Cat!
Let me ask you something…
Have you ever stared at a math problem and thought, ‘What in the whiskers does THAT mean?!’
Yeah, me too. Even a clever cat like me gets tangled up in numbers sometimes."
Lesson Companion Worksheet:
https://ko-fi.com/themonkeythecatpodcast
If you enjoyed today’s episode, be sure to subscribe, rate, and review on your favorite podcast platform!
"Hi friends, it’s me—Monkey the Talking Cat! Let me ask you something… Have you ever stared at a math problem and thought,‘What in the whiskers does THAT mean?!’ Yeah, me too. Even a clever cat like me gets tangled up in numbers sometimes.""Just the other day, I was helping Dad—he’s a teacher, you know—sort out the grocery budget. He asked me to divide 48 cat treats between my friends. Easy, right? I started strong… until I realized I had only counted Brooklyn once. Oops!""That’s when I learned my first lesson: Mistakes in math aren’t bad—they help your brain grow! Every time we mess up and try again, our brains make stronger connections. It’s like lifting tiny dumbbells for your thinking muscles!""But sometimes… math just feels weird. Like when we learned fractions. I mean, how can half of a cookie be more than a third? That’s when Mom—she’s an accountant, by the way—used real cookies to explain.""Lesson two: Use real-life stuff to make math make sense. We cut a cookie in half and one in thirds… and ta-da! I could see the difference with my own eyes. Math isn’t just in books—it’s in pizza slices, clocks, and even dog treat jars.""Later that night, I was stuck on a word problem about how many fish Olivff could eat in a week. I got so frustrated, I almost gave up. But then Teddy said,‘Take a break, Monkey. Then try again.’"Lesson three: Be patient with yourself. Math takes practice, just like riding a bike or learning to dance. Even grown-ups mess up sometimes—and that’s okay. You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to keep trying.""So, why is math so tricky sometimes? Because it challenges us—and that’s a good thing. Every challenge is a chance to grow, learn, and become a little braver.""I’m Monkey the Cat, and if math ever makes your whiskers twitch… just remember: Mistakes are part of learning. Real-life examples can help. And patience? That’s your superpower.""See you next time, Mathletes!"