Leaders of Learning

🧠✨Unlocking the Magic of Mathematics at Home! 🧠✨

At school, we are continually nurturing your child’s skills in numeracy, but did you know you hold the key to making maths truly magical and meaningful at home? Maths is more than just equations, it's a vital life skill that helps your child make sense of the world, building strong foundations for future success across all subjects!

🌟 Why is Mathematics So Important?

• Future Ready: Early maths skills are the most significant predictor of later success in all subjects, not just science or technology.
• Life Independence: From budgeting pocket money to telling time and following recipes, maths empowers your child to navigate the real world with confidence.

• Mindset is Everything: The language you use matters! Encourage a growth mindset by celebrating effort and problem-solving, not just the correct answer. Try saying, "You can't do it yet, but we can learn it together!"

   

🎲 3 Fun Maths Games to Play Tonight!

You don't need a textbook; everyday objects are the best teaching tools!

1. Kitchen Countdown (Measurement & Fractions)

• Bake Together: Let your child measure ingredients (cups, spoons, weight). This is real-life practice for fractions (½ cup) and measurement.

• Time Detective: Use an analogue clock to practice telling time. Ask, "How many minutes until dinner?" or "What time will it be in half an hour?"

   

2. Card Game Crunch (Number & Operations)

• "First to 100": Use a deck of cards (Ace=1, Picture Cards=10). Each player draws two cards and adds the numbers. Keep a running total until the first person hits 100.

• Dice Challenges: Roll two dice and multiply or subtract the numbers. This is a quick, fun way to build fluency with basic facts.

   

3. Shape Safari (Geometry)

• Find the Shapes: Go on a scavenger hunt around the house or neighbourhood to find real-life 2D shapes (window is a rectangle) and 3D objects (bin is a cylinder). Talk about the number of sides, faces, and corners.

   

Mrs Matilda Lennon

Instructional Specialist

Mrs Alison Poole

Kindergarten - Year 2 Leader of Learning

Mrs Lucy Chigioni

Years 3-6 Leader of Learning