Maths-MNP
Maths — No Problem! is a comprehensive series that adopts a spiral design with carefully built-up mathematical concepts and processes adapted from the maths mastery approaches used in Singapore. The Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract (C-P-A) approach forms an integral part of the learning process through the materials developed for this series.
Maths — No Problem! incorporates the use of concrete aids and manipulatives, problem-solving and group work.
Chapter 1
Chapter Overview
In this chapter, pupils will be looking at numbers and their place value to 1 000 000. The chapter begins reviewing how to read and write numbers to 100 000, quickly moving onto numbers to 1 000 000. Time is spent using concrete materials to represent numbers to 1 000 000, including number discs and place-value charts. Pupils then compare numbers to 1 000 000 using their knowledge of place value in addition to bar model supports to assist them. Pupils complete the unit by making number patterns and rounding numbers to the nearest 10, 1000, 10 000 and 100 000.
Chapter Overview
In this unit, pupils will be exploring addition and subtraction of numbers to 1 000 000. They will begin the unit by using simple strategies to add and subtract, such as counting on and counting back. They will then focus on adding within 1 000 000 and subtracting within 1 000 000. Pupils will use multiple key methods, such as the column method and number bonds to add and subtract numbers. Pupils will have access to concrete materials throughout the unit, improving their visualisation and mental skills. The unit ends with consolidation activities with number cards, putting pupils' knowledge and understanding into practice.
Chapter Overview
In this unit, pupils are multiplying and dividing 3- and 4-digit numbers by single- and double-digit numbers. The unit begins by finding and defining multiples and factors and common factors. Pupils begin to work with prime numbers and determine what makes a number prime or composite. After this, they work with square and cube numbers before moving on to multiplying by 10, 100 and 1000. When multiplying, pupils are encouraged to use a variety of methods, including: number bonds, column methods and the grid method. Number bonds are used to represent multiplicative word problems. Pupils then move on to multiply by 2-digit numbers before beginning to divide by 10, 100 and 1000. The unit ends as pupils learn to divide, giving rise to remainders using multiple methods, including number bonds and long and short division.