Author(s): Desiree Gilbert

Early Maths

This book provides students of different abilities opportunities to practise, consolidate and deepen their understanding of concepts and skills in key mathematics areas such as:

• space and shape


• measurement


• number


• patterns

• The activities are hands-on, interesting and student centred, allowing each student to work at his or her own level.


• An extension activity is provided with each activity station catering for more capable students.


• The learning centres are designed to be used by small groups independent of the teacher, allowing the teacher to focus on small groups or individuals, and assess learning.

Features include:

• activities to consolidate learning in major maths and literacy areas


• written specifically for K-3 students


• activities designed to support inclusive teaching


• teacher information pages corresponding to each learning centre stating required materials, vocabulary, thematic ideas and skills


• curriculum links, display ideas and suggestions for integration across the curriculum for each learning centre


• activities structured to allow for re-use


• sample timetables


• centres designed for independent small group work


• student-centred activities allowing students to construct knowledge themselves

Ideal for Ages 5-8