If you know me well enough, you'll know that I'm very passionate about teaching mathematics. This is my essential list of math goodies to enhance teaching & learning for primary-aged children.
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My top pick maths books to support teaching and learning
These incredible books will genuinely transform your math programme! Co-written by none other than Jo Boaler herself!
Mindset Mathematics : Visualizing and Investigating Big ...
A simply superb teaching resource across all year levels.
Open Ended Maths Activities Revised Edition - Booktopia
Peter Sullivan does it again with another fantastic book promoting critical thinking and hands-on learning.
Challenging Mathematical Tasks
You guessed it, yet another beauty from Peter Sullivan! If mixed-ability learning is your style, YOU NEED THIS BOOK!
Building Engagement in Middle Years Mathematics
I'm so excited to see this is now available for pre-order. I can't wait to get my hands on a copy- it's bound to be a doozy!
Maths Sequences for the Early Years F-2
A great read for math educators (and parents) who want to foster interest, enjoyment, and success in the subject.
The Elephant in the Classroom
Such a necessary read to dispel the stereotype that people who are "bad at math" are somehow incapable of success.
Mathematical Mindsets 2ed
This text covers every aspect of creating the perfect environment for successful learning outcomes.
Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics, Grades K-12
Materials
My favourite type of counter that is useful in so many ways! An absolute must-have for every classroom!
Double-sided Counters
Who doesn't love a pop-it?! These ones are perfect for helping students to visualise various math concepts and supporting instruction in a fun and engaging way.
Push & Pop Bubble Ten Frames
The sky is the limit with these coloured tiles. They can be used for anything from helping students with algebra to gaining a deeper understanding of area and perimeter, sequencing, symmetry, and probability.
Color Tiles Math Manipulatives & Activities
I'm not generally a big fan of flashcards, but these are an exception. Created by Math for Love, one of my favourite math websites, these help develop deeper understandings of multi-representations of multiplication. A very cool resource!
Multiplication by Heart
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Another one of my favourite go-to resources Perfect for teaching early math concepts like patterning, counting and sorting, as well as measuring length, area and mass.
Learning Resources Centimeter Cubes
A great open-ended resource that can be used in work and play. Multilink cubes are a versatile resources to cover a wide range of maths concepts. They can be used for simple counting and sorting, but also for addition, subtraction and multiplication ...