A step-by-step guide to creating a tree made almost entirely from maths, with plenty of examples. Alongside following simple instructions for making the trees, there is also the opportunity for pupils to create their own algorithms and discuss (in everyday language) how probability affects the appearance of their trees. The activity introduces pupils to the language of fractals: bifurcation; initiator; generator; self-similarity and so on. There is also a discussion on the use of random numbers by scientists in nature-modelling, in models of everything from avalanches to water boiling in a kettle. There are two sets of instructions for the fractal trees: Basic and Harder. Most of an upper KS2 class should be able to cope with the Harder tree. Use the Basic tree as a backup plan.

A 50-page pdf guide for staff working with dyscalculic children in mainstream primary schools. The guide discusses the main features of dyscalculia, and offers many strategies on how to plan one-to-one withdrawal support. The overall aim of the document is to provide a little more information to teachers than you can get from a poster, without taking up too much time.

A collection of activities designed for children with dyscalculia/low numeracy. The activities work on fundamental maths skills including counting, recognising numerals, comparing magnitudes, and thinking in groups. The activities in each section are divided into Introductory, Medium Difficulty, and Confident. They cover the raw maths skills listed above, but also explore the connections of maths to nature, art, and sport. Each activity has an analysis sheet to guide you in detail through the skills needed to succeed at that activity and help you explore potential reasons for your pupil’s struggles. The activities are designed mainly for one-to-one work, though a few can be used with the whole class.

A collection of assessments to help teachers identify maths and number issues in pupils in Key Stages 3 and 4. The tests are aimed mainly at the bottom 50% of achievers Topics covered include written and mental tests for basic numeracy, multiplication, division, fractions, and units of measurement The pack is full of tips on how to offer support to pupils who fit into the low numeracy bracket