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Teaching Maths with literature

Posted on November 4, 2012 by gres@T-W
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It’s a good idea to try and bring the maths your child is focusing on ‘to life’ in the stories you read together. Most books present opportunities to do something, even if it’s just getting your child to look at … Continue reading →

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Tens grids are useful in teaching addition

Posted on October 12, 2012 by gres@T-W
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Your alarm bells should be going off if you notice your child solely using the traditional algorithm (ie process) below for addition: Teachers have moved away from this method nowadays, and this is because they understand that children reap much … Continue reading →

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Do number charts help 5-12 year olds understand maths?

Posted on September 2, 2012 by gres@T-W
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A simple number chart can really help a child who has difficulty with number patterns, depending on how it’s used. However, it is important to remember that saying the numbers in order is the first step in teaching any part … Continue reading →

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What are algorithms and are they dangerous?

Posted on July 29, 2012 by gres@T-W
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An algorithm is a formula or set of rules or steps for solving a particular problem or accomplishing a particular task. This set of rules or steps must be unambiguous, and have a clear finishing point. Algorithms can be in … Continue reading →

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Why do kids refuse your help with Maths when they obviously need it?

Posted on June 20, 2012 by gres@T-W
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When you’re trying to show your child something in Maths, sometimes they won’t listen, or they argue -That’s not how you do it , or they chuck a tantrum and storm off. Why do they do this, when you’re just … Continue reading →

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maths test for 6-8 year olds

Maths test for 6 year olds
Maths Test For 6-8 Year Olds was exactly what I was looking for. It's almost as if my daughter's maths brain has been switched on.
Maths Test For 6-8 Year Olds is guaranteed to find any young child's problems with maths and fix them. It checks vital maths understandings at their most basic level. It's quick and easy and can be used by any teacher or parent.

Kids who struggle with maths need to go back to the point at which they do understand. This e-book shows you exactly how to take a child back to where they need to go to fix diagnosed problems.

It explains how to develop their understanding of maths concepts quickly from wherever they're at.

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times tables remembered

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This method is amazing! My son took to it straightaway and he can now work out facts at incredible speed. I'm so impressed.
Times Tables Remembered teaches multiplication facts the way they should be taught, and is guaranteed to teach any 8-12 year old to learn and remember times tables for life. It's suitable for use in school with whole classes and individuals, or at home with a child who is either starting out with tables or having difficulty learning them.

Find out why so many children have difficulty learning multiplication facts, and teach children strategies that are effective, enjoyable to learn and much easier to deal with.

Easy step-by-step method that works for school or home!

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i’m ready for kindergarten

help with maths I'm Ready For Kindergarten! shows you how to begin your three year old's literacy and numeracy journey carefully.
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