A series of 10 images in a presentation slide deck that make great starters for a discussion. Linked to the pedagagy of social justice in mathematics. There are references to gender equality, poverty, health and much more in the images. These are used once every few weeks as a starter or morning meeting discussion inContinue reading “Social Justice Picture Prompts”
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Math Anywhere – Prompts for Oracy from EYFS+
This website has a collection of interesting prompts, as well as other resources, all designed to show that you can talk about and enjoy mathematics everywhere. I particularly enjoy the Idea Gallery, which is full of simple stock images or user created photos, that can entice students into discussion about what they can see. PerfectContinue reading “Math Anywhere – Prompts for Oracy from EYFS+”
Math Pickle – lesson ideas for every year group
This website from the US is a treasure trove of ideas and lesson activities. Some of them have videos with them, whilst others may be presented as slides. They often come with worksheets and as far as I can see, it is all free! There are SO many great activities here, and games and puzzles!Continue reading “Math Pickle – lesson ideas for every year group”
Badger Maths Problem Solving Y3 Challenges
Badger Problem Solving books have been written to help develop the mathematical problem solving skills of children in primary. Each problem comes with answers. These were originally shared back in the 2000s, but maths never goes out of fashion. This book also introduces Polya’s four step approach to problem solving as well, if you wantedContinue reading “Badger Maths Problem Solving Y3 Challenges”
Badger Maths Problem Solving Y4-5 Challenges
Badger Problem Solving books have been written to help develop the mathematical problem solving skills of children in primary. Each problem comes with answers. These were originally shared back in the 2000s, but maths never goes out of fashion. This book also introduces Polya’s four step approach to problem solving as well, if you wantedContinue reading “Badger Maths Problem Solving Y4-5 Challenges”
The Isles of What – If? Open Maths Investigations
A site that shares some good explorative, deep, rich maths challenges that cater for mostly Year 3 and upwards. Includes thoughts and reflections on how it was used in lessons. This is a UK based teacher who encourages his students to think deeply in his lessons. His website (linked below) has a number of differentContinue reading “The Isles of What – If? Open Maths Investigations”
Y3 & Y4 National Numeracy Strategy Problem Solving Challenges
The problems are intended to challenge students and extend their thinking. While some of them may be solved fairly quickly, others will need perseverance and may extend beyond a single lesson. These were originally shared by the DfE in the UK, and are now provided by STEM learning, where you can find all of theContinue reading “Y3 & Y4 National Numeracy Strategy Problem Solving Challenges”
Maths Beyond the Curriculum 