I trained as a teacher of secondary Mathematics and evolved into a Computing teacher as well. I offer mainly Mathematics resources written for the current Australian Curriculum (NSW). Luckily Mathematics is recognisable all over the world, so I hope that teachers in different countries can use some of my work.
I trained as a teacher of secondary Mathematics and evolved into a Computing teacher as well. I offer mainly Mathematics resources written for the current Australian Curriculum (NSW). Luckily Mathematics is recognisable all over the world, so I hope that teachers in different countries can use some of my work.
A worksheet with solutions, for students to check which of the regular polygons tessellate.
Students could work in pairs to produce their solution or it could be given as a homework activity.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA4-18MG identifies and uses angle relationships, including those related to transversals on sets of parallel lines
An activity with solutions where students need to investigate the properties of the quadrilaterals they have been provided. They need to cut out and find the axes of symmetry by creasing and finally glue each named quadrilateral into their book.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA4-17MG classifies, describes and uses the properties of triangles and quadrilaterals and determines congruent triangles to find unknown side lengths and angles
Easy equation solving jigsaw and answer sheet. Can be used as a review at the end of a lesson.
An alternative task can be prepared by copying the answer sheet onto different coloured sheets of paper (enough for half your class) and laminating them. Cut out all the shapes from each sheet and place into a small resealable plastic bag. You would then have a class activity for pairs of students that could be reused many times.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA4-10NA uses algebraic techniques to solve linear and quadratic equations
A single sided worksheet with solutions. Students need to colour in all the correct answers in the grid and will be left with an image with its name.
A good resource for review of addition facts, especially with students that need more support.
Can be used at the end of a lesson or as a take home task.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA1-5NA uses a range of strategies and informal recording methods for addition and subtraction involving one- and two-digit numbers
An engaging task that can be used for individual students or working in pairs.
This is a simple jigsaw with answer sheet.
Can be used as a review at the end of a lesson on multiplying and dividing integers, or as a revision activity.
An alternative task can be prepared by copying the answer sheet onto different coloured sheets of paper (enough for half your class) and laminating them. Cut out all the shapes from each sheet and place into small resealable plastic bags. You would then have a class activity for pairs of students that could be reused many times.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA4-4NA compares, orders and calculates with integers, applying a range of strategies to aid computation
Students need to plot points accurately on the full Cartesian number plane. They also need to identify the shapes formed (quadrilaterals and triangles), giving reasons and calculate the area of each shape.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA3-8NA analyses and creates geometric and number patterns, constructs and completes number sentences, and locates points on the Cartesian plane
Angle terms jigsaw and answer sheet. Can be used as a review at the end of a lesson.
An alternative task can be prepared by copying the answer sheet onto different coloured sheets of paper (enough for half your class) and laminating them. Cut out all the shapes from each sheet and place into a small resealable plastic bag. You would then have a class activity for pairs of students that could be reused many times.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA4-18MG identifies and uses angle relationships, including those related to transversals on sets of parallel lines
A single sided worksheet with solutions. Students are given 2 pieces of data about each rectangle. They then need to calculate the missing data, using the formula and by problem solving.
The worksheet could be used for revision or as a homework assignment.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW M4-12MG calculates the perimeters of plane shapes and the circumferences of circles MA4-13MG uses formulas to calculate the areas of quadrilaterals and circles, and converts between units of area
A worksheet with solutions for students to practise substituting an answer into an equation to check whether it is a solution or not.
The worksheet could be used at the end of a lesson on solving equations or as a take home task for homework.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA4-10NA uses algebraic techniques to solve simple linear and quadratic equations
A worksheet with answers that investigates a puzzling (to students) aspect of percentages. Can be used in class or given as a homework activity.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA4-3WM recognises and explains mathematical relationships using reasoning
Worksheet with worked solutions, that leads students through the calculations to determine the angle sum of regular polygons and their interior angles.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA4-18MG identifies and uses angle relationships, including those related to transversals on sets of parallel lines
A literacy activity with answers for students to familiarise themselves with the vocabulary associated with the topic of Algebra.
Can be used at the end of a lesson as a review.
Activity showing two different methods for enlargement. There is a one page worksheet using the grid method with solutions. There is also a three page worksheet with solutions using the ray method. The enlargement factor is also calculated.
These different methods could be taught individually or together.
An interesting challenge is to use the ray method to enlarge a small drawing, e.g. a favourite cartoon character. These make a great poster and can be used to decorate your class room.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA3-15MG manipulates, classifies and draws two-dimensional shapes, including equilateral, isosceles and scalene triangles, and describes their properties
A 4 page activity with solutions. Students can manipulate matchsticks to help them solve the geometrical problems. They need to be able to identify 2-dimensional shapes. A good activity for students to work together to solve problems.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA3-15MG manipulates, classifies and draws two-dimensional shapes, including equilateral, isosceles and scalene triangles, and describes their properties.
An activity with solutions where students need to construct quadrilaterals given their diagonals, identify them, then complete their diagonal properties.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA4-17MG classifies, describes and uses the properties of triangles and quadrilaterals, and determines congruent triangles to find unknown side lengths and angles
This is a rich ICT based task with a need for the student to create a logical story with more than one possible ending.
The software used is the presentation software PowerPoint.
Instructions on inserting hyperlinks are included for the student.
The student will need to use literacy skills as well as technological skills.
The level is dependent on the support offered to students.
A marking rubric is included.
An activity with solutions catering for a wide range of ability.
The first activity is where students need to be able to follow instructions to construct and cut out, manipulate the shapes to form a rectangle, and calculate area and perimeter of rectangles. There is also a challenge for more able students.
The second activity is for younger or less able students, where the teacher prepares the shapes beforehand and then can ask the students to form a rectangle, or give the students the shape of the rectangle for them to fill in with the shapes (like a jigsaw).
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA3-2WM selects and applies appropriate problem solving strategies, including the use of digital technologies, in undertaking investigations
An activity with solutions catering for a wide range of ability.
The first activity is where students need to be able to follow instructions to construct and cut out, manipulate the shapes to form a rectangle, and calculate area and perimeter of rectangles. There is also a challenge for more able students.
The second activity is for younger or less able students, where the teacher prepares the shapes beforehand and then can ask the students to form a rectangle, or give the students the shape of the rectangle for them to fill in with the shapes (like a jigsaw).
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA3-2WM selects and applies appropriate problem solving strategies, including the use of digital technologies, in undertaking investigations
Two worksheets with worked solutions using numerical indices with the three basic index laws.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA4-9NA operates with positive integer and zero indices of numerical bases
A series of 6 activities with solutions. Students are able to apply the given laws of divisibility for certain numbers in order to solve the puzzle. A suitable activity for the end of the lesson or as a take home task.
(Australian Curriculum) NSW MA4-9NA operates with positive integer and zero indices of numerical bases
