A Creative Approach To Teaching Calculation

By (author) Lury Josh
Description
Calculations are the gateway to outstanding learning in mathematics, but many people struggle with the step-by-step procedures of calculation methods. This book motivates learners by using pattern, practical hands-on and real-world activities that engage the curiosity, and the innate mathematical ability, of pupils and teachers. The material is addressed to teachers, and takes into account recent developments in teaching and the new Primary curriculum. It is based around practical classroom activities, with clear and concise explanations of the power of different calculation methods and images. It is designed to be quickly accessible to teachers who want to find engaging activities for their pupils.
Review quote
This is a little jewel of a book which is crammed full of intriguing and accessible problems, puzzles and investigations. Activities are chosen carefully that will help children understand maths as a subject which is about looking for relationships and patterns and making sense of numbers. It supports teachers to teach children to manipulate, visualise and think with key models, such as the array and number line and to communicate about the mathematical connections they are making.
Biographical note
Josh Lury is part of the Maths Leader and School Leadership Team in his primary school. He is the author of several educational books, including GCSE textbooks for Oxford University Press.
Promotional headline
A book for teachers, who want to motivate learners with hands-on and real-world activities, to improve their understanding of number and calculation.
Feature
Designed to stimulate interest in calculations and methods, it will bring what might be considered a ''dry'' area of the curriculum to life.
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The activities are suitable for a range of abilities and vary from Outdoor learning, Exploration, Problem-Solving, Discussion, to Quick-fire activities.
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In line with the new curriculum, these activities will enhance lessons through practical activities that are rich in conceptual mathematics.
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The exercises will help pupils to come to build their own ''big picture'' of how they can manipulate and adapt numbers, and to feel in control of their own mathematical processes.