Many students arrive at secondary school without secure foundational maths skills from Key Stage 2. Essential Mental Arithmetic helps you identify gaps in understanding and deliver targeted, individualised intervention that gets students up to speed quickly.
This new edition of the bestselling Mental Arithmetic series comprises six graded workbooks, each featuring over 900 differentiated questions covering essential mental maths skills from the primary curriculum.
Organised by ability rather than age, Essential Mental Arithmetic helps you identify gaps in understanding and deliver targeted, individualised intervention for each student.
1. Assess: Use the free Entry Tests to identify where each student should start. The first three books are suitable for students working at a lower Key Stage 2 level, while books 4-6 are designed for students working at an upper Key Stage 2 level.
2. Practice: Schedule 10–20 minutes of daily practice, either as part of maths lessons or as homework.
3. Track progress: Regular testing allows you to monitor improvement and quickly identify areas that need additional support.
The pedagogy behind Essential Mental Arithmetic was developed by experts who recognised that effective maths fluency requires more than repetition. Using principles rooted in variation theory and intelligent practice, the series features a unique ‘A, B, C’ format that encourages students to think mathematically and make connections between different question types.
This approach delivers fast, focused intervention on core Key Stage 2 skills. The carefully graded tests ensure that every student is appropriately challenged, building the skills and confidence needed for the Key Stage 3 curriculum.
The series features six graded workbooks designed to close the foundational knowledge gap for students starting Key Stage 3. Each book is available for only £2.50 when bought as a class set (10 copies or more).
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