Teaching for Mathematical Understanding

This highly practical guide develops the subject knowledge support and practical ideas in Tony Cotton’s Understanding and Teaching Primary Mathematics into resources for full lessons. With an emphasis on developing outstanding lessons through a problem solving approach, it is packed with activities that all training and new teachers can use in the primary classroom. Covering all areas of mathematics, every activity includes step-by-step guidance: Teaching and learning objectives; resources; a lesson outline; ideas for differentation; assessment for learning and key probing questions. It is an essential resource for all trainees looking for inspiration and guidance for successful teaching.