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Problem Solving. Bead Numbers - Place Value. Bead Numbers is a place value investigation involving a tens and ones abacus. The game provides a good context for encouraging learners …
Mathematical challenges for able pupils in Key Stages 1 & 2 – DfEE 0083/2000 P/LL/SI/KS/MATHS CHALLENGES/PBR326 14 Teaching objectives Solve mathematical …
Find the Difference. Age. 5 to 7. Challenge level. Place the numbers 1 to 6 in the circles so that each number is the difference between the two numbers just below it. Favourite.
Explore our Stage 1 Mathematics resources for problem solving in the Cambridge Primary Curriculum, showing students how to use skills to solve maths problems.
Place the numbers 1 to 6 in the circles so that each number is the difference between the two numbers just below it. How would we count? Age. 5 to 11. Challenge level. An activity centred …
Fun maths games for KS1 to play at home and school. Free to play, easy to learn. Indoor & outdoor maths games, mental maths & problem solving games.
Role-play activity. Within role-play situations there are many opportunities for us to encourage the children to develop their problem-solving skills. This activity is in the context of role-play in the home or café, and involves the children in …