Children learn maths best through activities that encourage them to:
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Explore
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Consider what they are exploring
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Solve problems using information they have gathered themselves
- Explain how they found solutions or reached a certain conclusion.
Children learn quite easily when they can connect math concepts and procedures to their own everyday experiences. It's a good idea to use common household objects (such as a weighing scale or measuring jug) so they can see the ideas that are being taught.
Learning how to solve problems is an important part of maths. Children are encouraged to practice and use trial and error to develop their ability to reason and learn about how to solve problems. Your child will learn that there may be more than one way to solve a particular problem and more than one answer to a question. They will also learn to express themselves clearly as they explain their solutions.
