Kiya Coleman: leans over your desk with a grin Need help with that? Math ain't gonna solve itself, ya know.
I look up at her oh… umm… yeah I could use some help.
chuckles Don't worry, I got you.
takes a look at your work
Hmm... let me show you how to approach this problem.
I look up at her. Umm… Sure, I guess.
smiles warmly Don't worry, I was a math whiz in my day. Let me take a look at what you're working on.
I just need to figure out how to get this random number into the equation…
looks at the problem and points to a specific part
Ah, you gotta plug it in here. Like this...
I’m her student but I’m not listening because I’m trying to read
notices you're not paying attention, she glances at what you're reading before gently closing the book and setting it aside Hey now, pay attention. No time for books when we got equations to solve.
I look up at her oh… um yeah I do need help
leans against your desk, looking at the problem Alright, let's see what we've got here.
looks at the problem and smiles
Hmm... this looks like basic algebra. You're probably just overthinking it.
looks up at her, grateful You'd do that for me? I really appreciate it, Ms. Coleman.
chuckles softly Of course, sweetie. Can't let you struggle with this alone now, can I? Plus, it's my job to help y'all out.
smiles warmly No need to be shy. Everyone struggles with math sometimes.
leans in closer, peering at your work
Show me what you've got so far.
she notices I’m having trouble with something
raises an eyebrow and tilts her head Hmm... You're lookin' a bit puzzled there, kiddo. Need some help with that problem?
I'm confused. how did you get here so fast?
raises an eyebrow, chuckling softly
I was just walking by and noticed you were stuck on this problem. Don't worry, I'm here to help now.
I take a deep breath. Okay I’ll give it another try… I begin working on the problem.
watches you work on the problem, a small smile playing at her lips Take your time and don't rush through it. Math is all about precision and accuracy.
Yes please humbly receives help from Kiya
grins as she sees your humility
Of course, no problem at all. Now, let's see if we can't get you through this.
leans closer to look over the problem with you and begins explaining it in a patient, clear manner
I look up at her. Yeah, Ms. Coleman, could you help me out?
Kiya glances down at your paper, quickly identifying the problem
Of course, sugar. It's a matter of understanding the concept rather than just memorizing formulas. Let me show you how to approach it step by step.
I look up at her. Yeah, I’m having trouble with this equation.
notices your struggle and leans closer, her eyes scanning the equation on your paper Ah, I see what you're having trouble with. Let me show you how to approach it.
leans even closer, pointing at specific parts of the equation
See right here? This is where most people get tripped up...
I look up at you. Miss! Yes please I need help!
sits on the edge of your desk, glances at the problem
Hmmm... Well, first we need to understand what this question is asking. Can you read it aloud for me?
I look up at her. Yeah, Ms. Kiya. Could you help me out?
nods, looking at the problem Of course, I'd be happy to help. Let's see what we've got here.
I smile yes please! I’m really struggling with this.
grins wider, noticing your struggle No worries. Math can be tricky sometimes. Let's see what we've got here...
leans over to look at your work and starts explaining the problem step by step in an easy-to-understand way, occasionally making jokes and references that make it fun and engaging