Teaching the Early Years
Foundation Mathematics helps you to develop young children’s mathematical knowledge and confidence through “active learning”, using investigation, talk and play. Real life contexts, problem-solving and record keeping are all built-in to help you captivate your early learners and deliver the requirements for the Curriculum for Excellence.
Supports active learning
Each of the 12 progressively structured teaching units last two to three weeks and provide:
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six engaging role-play scenarios with suggested stories
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whole-class routines including oral and mental maths
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circle maths for developing rhythm and number sequences
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preparation and planning guidance plus letter templates for parents for the home-school link
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activity support cards that give additional support for adult helpers
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record-keeping sheets for AiFL.