How to Graph a Parabola in Word. A parabola is a curved line with particular characteristics. Any point on the curve is the same distance from a fixed point and a fixed straight line.

Microsoft Word contains tools to produce colorful, professional looking graphs. A general Area chart that has curves are useful for showing how data values change over time.

Kevin Dykema, a math expert, shares strategies for teachers to help students tackle word problems.

Story problems can help young learners grasp math concepts, but teachers must design and scaffold them carefully.