This post will give you the low-down on hundreds charts - what they are and why they're useful! A hundreds chart is a staple in any kindergarten classroom. Why? Because it's a fantastic tool for learning numbers to 100, developing counting skills and building number sense. Wondering what … [Read more...] about What is a hundreds chart and why use one? (Plus free printable charts)
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What are ten frames? (And how they help your child make sense of numbers)
Ten frames are so helpful to young children beginning to build number sense. This post will tell you why! If you're a parent of a small child who is learning math at preschool or kindergarten, you may have come across ten frames. For many parents this may be a new term that you've not heard … [Read more...] about What are ten frames? (And how they help your child make sense of numbers)
Which times tables should you learn first? (And what comes next?)
Times tables? Sometimes it's hard to know where to start. Don't fret. I've got you covered. Whatever you call them, be it times tables, multiplication tables or multiplication facts, there's no denying how important it is that children know them. Multiplication facts crop up in so many … [Read more...] about Which times tables should you learn first? (And what comes next?)
Ten frame math game (freebie!)
Fun 2-player ten frame math game. Just download, print and you're ready to play! If you've got a young child learning math in pre-k or kindergarten, you may well have come across ten frames. Ten frames are brilliant. They are, as the name suggests, a rectangular 2 x 5 frame made up of … [Read more...] about Ten frame math game (freebie!)
Free printable place value chart (plus activities to try!)
Help your child get to grips with place value with these free printable charts. Plus there are some simple activities to try too! Today's post is all about place value. And in particular, place value charts. Place value is such a crucial math topic for children to understand. They need to … [Read more...] about Free printable place value chart (plus activities to try!)
Dinosaur math worksheets (for multiplication and division facts)
Colour-by-number math worksheets for practising multiplication and division facts. It's math meets dinosaurs!!! Is it me, or do most kids just love dinosaurs? Mine do. This week at home we've had an all-singing, all-dancing dinosaur themed week. It's been both fun and exhausting. … [Read more...] about Dinosaur math worksheets (for multiplication and division facts)