Publisher's Synopsis
This book is specifically designed to support teachers to teach about Number with understanding, so that children will be able to successfully use and apply their knowledge with confidence. Throughout the book, the author illustrates sound principles for teaching mathematics through practical ideas which can be used in the classroom. The teaching of mental mathematics and issues of differentiation, which are of particular concern for teachers, are addressed in this book. The contents include: The objectives of teaching Mathematics -Explanations of Facts, Skills and Conceptual Understanding of aspects of number -Use of calculators in teaching about number - Planning, teaching and assessing mathematics learning -Range of practical activities throughout.
