How do I support my child with maths? .. is perhaps asked most weeks at the First Class Learning tutoring centres. It's not an easy question to answer, particularly as there seems to be a whole raft of changes with the new national curriculum. It's certainly a 'hot topic' and I'm delighted that a local newspaper made contact to ask if I'd like to write an article for their … [Read more...]
Brilliant, easy to use, maths worksheets
Over 21,000 FREE maths worksheets for multiplication, addition, fractions, decimals, geometry, measurement and many other maths topics. Ideal for Key Stage 2. … [Read more...]
How to develop independent learning skills
Hmm .. there's a lot of information online about the value of independent learning skills Most would argue that it's a vital component of a students education. Consequently there's some really good advice about developing independent learning skills, such as setting time aside, variety of work, short meaningful goals etc. However I thought it might be useful to break the … [Read more...]
6 tips on how to answer maths word problems
The hardest thing about how to answer maths word problems is reading the English and translating it into mathematics. It's also more difficult when the words start to swim and anything, even an hour's extra maths lesson, is preferable.. Practical maths word problems are essentially written as a 'real life' situation. Some are hilarious: my favourite being an actual GCSE … [Read more...]
How to subtract or takeaway numbers with video help
Learning how to subtract or takeaway numbers, is an important foundational skill. Learn these, practice them and always keep to the same methods! There are 6 main numeracy skills that will help with your maths. Click here to read more. Click here to visit subtraction skills, multiplication skills, divisions skills videos. One of the problems with learning how to subtract or … [Read more...]