Let's start with the humble
hundreds chart...
Idea #1:
Use the hundred chart as a number line to do addition and subtraction beyond what your child normally can handle. Take turns making up problems for each other to solve. Develop mental math skills by showing how to add or subtract the tens first (counting up or down) then the ones (counting left or right.) Idea #2: Look for addition and subtraction patterns. 3+9=? Now go to 23+9, 33+9, 63+9. What do you notice? What do 15-7, 25-7, 45-7, etc. have in common? Find other patterns. Idea #3: Count in 2s, 5s, 10s - identify the pattern. Idea #4: Teach efficient mental maths strategies - Ask your child to start on a number and add or subtract by using place value concepts, not counting in ones. Use a counter to help your child keep place. E.g. 45 + 24 Place the counter on 45 Move down twice (2 tens = 20) Move across 4 spaces (4 spaces = 4) Pass the ball - math fluencyHelp your child learn to count with fluency. All you need is a ball!
Instructions: - Choose a skill to work on (e.g. doubles; counting in 5s; a times table) - Throw the ball taking turns to count. - Set a goal - e.g. 'Let's try to count to 30 in 2s'. - Use a timer to motivate fluency. Try to beat your time each round. NOTE: If your child is having trouble remembering, you may need to write the skill on paper and put it on the floor in front of your child (e.g. 2,4,6,8,10,12 etc.). Let your child look at the paper if they forgot - this is OK, they will remember with practice. Gradually remove the visual prompt as your child's automatic recall improves. |
a longer maths project - well worth it!
1. Think of saving for a particular item that you and/or your child would like to purchase.
2. Research prices/sources to purchase it. Decide on the best deal.
3. Create a savings budget with your child (the below idea can easily be adapted to suit the age of your child and your savings goal).
4. Keep a fortnightly or monthly checklist to show how close you are to purchasing the item.
2. Research prices/sources to purchase it. Decide on the best deal.
3. Create a savings budget with your child (the below idea can easily be adapted to suit the age of your child and your savings goal).
4. Keep a fortnightly or monthly checklist to show how close you are to purchasing the item.