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I originally trained and taught as a Primary school teacher in the UK for several years before moving to The Caribbean. I was given the opportunity to teach my favorite subject (Math) at a Secondary level (middle and high school; G7-11) and jumped at the chance. I aim to make resources which are: 1. Simple but effective - the most important aspect of a teaching resource is that it works. 2. Dynamic - I believe in changing it up! 3. Repetition - students need to regularly repeat key skills.

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I originally trained and taught as a Primary school teacher in the UK for several years before moving to The Caribbean. I was given the opportunity to teach my favorite subject (Math) at a Secondary level (middle and high school; G7-11) and jumped at the chance. I aim to make resources which are: 1. Simple but effective - the most important aspect of a teaching resource is that it works. 2. Dynamic - I believe in changing it up! 3. Repetition - students need to regularly repeat key skills.
Arithmetic Starters for year 5
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Arithmetic Starters for year 5

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49 slides. Includes a question slide with 6 questions and an answer slide. Based on the National Curriculum - with SATs style arithmetic paper questions covering the year 5 content (also includes some year 4 revision). Includes: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals and powers. Good for reviewing taught content.
Generate and describe linear number sequences - KS2 algebra.
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Generate and describe linear number sequences - KS2 algebra.

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A series of 3 worksheets designed to teach linear sequences (algebra) to children in KS2. Each worksheet comes with a help sheet and answer sheet. Each sheet starts with a simple task before moving on to a more complex one. Designed primarily for year 6 but many parts will also be useful further down the school. Begins by recapping linear sequences and moves on to generation and description of sequences using algebra. The video shows a preview of the sheets.
Operations with Fractions and Mixed Number Task Cards
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Operations with Fractions and Mixed Number Task Cards

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32 task cards to practise arithmetic with fractions and mixed numbers (add, subtract, multiply and divide) that are perfect for cooperative learning activities. Print (flip pages on long edge) and laminate/ stick together to have questions on front and answers on the back. Designed to use minimal paper and printing - cards (with answers) are just 4 pages. Students can solve by applying knowledge of negative numbers. You can get students to quiz each other and swap cards using cooperative learning. You can also use for as an individual activity. Students can time how many they can solve in a set time frame – checking the answers on the back. Designed for KS2 and KS3 curriculum.
Collect Like Terms Task Cards
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Collect Like Terms Task Cards

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32 quiz cards/ task cards on collecting (adding and subtracting) like terms that are perfect for cooperative learning activities. Print (flip pages on long edge) and laminate/ stick together to have questions on front and answers (simplified form) on the back. KS3 Algebra
Algebra Task Card Bundle
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Algebra Task Card Bundle

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Algebra Task Card Bundle These task cards are designed for KS3 algebra lessons (years 7-9). The bundle includes 32 task cards for 6 different algebra skills - there are 224 cards in total. These task cards allow students to practise the following skills: use and interpret algebraic notation, substitute numerical values into formulae and expressions simplify and manipulate algebraic expressions to maintain equivalence by: collecting like terms multiplying a single term over a bracket use algebraic methods to solve linear equations in one variable Also includes a bonus exponent rules task cards. Answers are included on the back of the cards. Great for cooperative learning - students quiz each other. Can also be used as an individual task such as during Maths centers. Print double-sided and laminate. Designed to save paper and printing. Check out this other great KS3 algebra resource: KS3 Algebra Review Sheets https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12612723
Exponent (Powers or Indices) Rules Task Cards
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Exponent (Powers or Indices) Rules Task Cards

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32 flashcards on exponents that are perfect for cooperative learning activities. Print (flip pages on long edge) and laminate/ stick together to have questions on front and answers (simplified form) on the back. Covers multiplying and dividing exponents (of the same base), power rule, exponents with fractional bases, exponents of 1 and 0 and 1 as a base.
Operations With Decimals Task Cards
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Operations With Decimals Task Cards

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Operations With Decimals Task Cards These task cards are designed for KS2 and KS3 Maths. 32 task cards to practise arithmetic with decimals (add, subtract, multiply and divide) that are perfect for cooperative learning activities. Print (flip pages on long edge) and laminate/ stick together to have questions on front and answers on the back. Designed to use minimal paper and printing - cards (with answers) are just 4 pages. Students can solve by applying knowledge of decimal arithmetic. You can get students to quiz each other and swap cards using cooperative learning. You can also use for as an individual activity. Students can time how many they can solve in a set time frame – checking the answers on the back.
Solve 2-Step Linear Equations Task Cards
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Solve 2-Step Linear Equations Task Cards

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32 quiz cards/ task cards on solving 2- step linear equations that are perfect for cooperative learning activities. Print (flip pages on long edge) and laminate/ stick together to have questions on front and answers on the back. Designed to use minimal paper and printing - flashcards (with answers) are just 4 pages. Students can solve by rearranging the equation. i.e. Solve solve 2a + 4 = 10 You can get students to quiz each other and swap cards using cooperative learning. You can also use for a carousel. Students can time how many they can solve in a set time frame – always checking the answers on the back. National Curriculum strand - use algebraic methods to solve linear equations in one variable
Arithmetic Bundle For Upper KS2  and Lower KS3
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Arithmetic Bundle For Upper KS2 and Lower KS3

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4 x 32 task cards to practise key arithmetic number skills; Order of Operations (PEMDAS), operations with mixed numbers and fractions, operations with decimals and operations with negative numbers. Answers are included on the back of the cards. Great for cooperative learning - students quiz each other. Can also be used as an individual task such as during Maths centers. Print double-sided and laminate. Designed to save paper and printing.
Algebra Review Sheets
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Algebra Review Sheets

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These algebra review sheets can be used with year 9 and edited for year 8. They cover the following skills: Use and interpret algebraic notation. Substitute numerical values into formulae and expressions. Simplify and manipulate algebraic expressions to maintain equivalence by: collecting like terms multiplying a single term over a bracket taking out common factors (factorising) expanding products of two or more binomials Rearrange formulae to change the subject. Use algebraic methods to solve linear equations in one variable. Answers are included. They can be used for assessment or for homework, or a combination of both.
Sets of Numbers Lesson
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Sets of Numbers Lesson

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This lesson contains whole class, individual and paired work. It includes a Powerpoint for whole class teaching and an individual task, as well as some flashcards or task cards for paired work. There is also some guidance for teachers on the notes section of the powerpoint. The lesson begins with the teacher explaining the different types of numbers, students then sort numbers into different sets as a whole class. After this student sort some numbers on their own and quiz each other on the number type of different numbers using task cards (the last two tasks can be done in any order). I estimate this lesson would take around 30 minutes. This lesson is aimed at CXC, 4th or 5th form students (equivalent t to year 10 and 11 GCSE) but can be used to teach any students about set of numbers.
Number Review Worksheets For Year 4 and 5
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Number Review Worksheets For Year 4 and 5

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Number Review Worksheets These worksheets are suitable for students in years 4 and 5 to allow them to review key number concepts. They are a great time saver and can be used for 17 weeks of homework or regular in-class review. They are simple but effective, allowing children to revisit previous learning of number so they can retain basic skills. When completing these sheets students practice: place value: order numbers, state the value/place of digits arithmetic with whole numbers: mental and written addition and subtractions, multiply up to 3-digit multiplied by 2-digit numbers, up to 3digit divided by 1 digit. fractions: addition and subtraction (with different denominators) rounding: to the nearest 10, 100, 100 prime numbers factors and multiples: including highest common factor and lowest common multiple. The first sheet includes just place value and addition but each sheet covers a little more of the number curriculum. Sheets are in word format so can be edited if needed. They are designed for year 4/5 but would also be useful for revision for year 6.
Bar Model Dominoes
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Bar Model Dominoes

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Bar Model Loop Cards These bar model domino cards help student understand addition and subtraction by helping bridge the gap between concrete and abstract. There are 30 cards which can be used altogether for a whole class loop task - i.e. they have to line up in a loop with each bar model next to a matching number sentence. The students can also create the loop individually or in pairs. A black and white version is available on the final pages of the document.
People Bingo: Factors and Multiples
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People Bingo: Factors and Multiples

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A great game to play in a lesson on factors and multiples. A play on the usual version of people bingo, players use their knowledge of factors and multiples to find classmates who have numbers in their lives who fit each stated criteria. Great for year 6, 7 and 8.
Multiplications Game For 6, 7, 8, 9 Times Tables
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Multiplications Game For 6, 7, 8, 9 Times Tables

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This multiplication game involves building speed for the 6, 7, 8 and 9 times tables. Fun to play and adds variation to times tables learning. Repetitive play will allow students to build fluency in these multiplication tables. Students play in groups of 2 - 4. How to play Sort the cards into piles based on the shapes on the back. Each student gets a pile and shuffles their cards. On a start signal, students race to place their cards into the correct multiplication table mat. Students stop when the first person has gone through all their cards. Students then use the back of the mats to check all cards are in the correct place. They score 1 point for every card on the correct mat. They lose 2 points for a card on the wrong mat. Student with the most points wins. Teacher Instructions Print mats double sided and laminate. Print cards double sided and laminate. Print instructions for students or show on board. Game can be played in groups of 4 or less. Use as a whole class activity or for carousal activity.
Algebraic Equations Bar Model Dominoes
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Algebraic Equations Bar Model Dominoes

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Students match bar model to an equation. These algebra bar model dominoes/ loop cards help develop understanding in students who are new to algebra by bridging the gap between concrete and abstract. Covers additions, subtraction, multiplication and division. There are 30 cards in totals. They can be used for a whole class loop task - i.e. they have to line up in a loop with each bar model next to a matching number sentence - or students can also create the loop individually or in pairs. As an extension students can also solve the 1-step equations. A black and white version is available on the final pages of the document.
Year 6 Maths SATS Number Starter or Review Slides
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Year 6 Maths SATS Number Starter or Review Slides

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Over 60 slides (31 question slides and 31 answer slides). Based on the new KS2 year 6 curriculum. Can be used for quick starters or for revision. Designed to cover all aspects of the year 6 number curriculum including place value (order, rounding, negative numbers), operations (long multiplication, long division, order of operations, common factors, common multiples, prime numbers, multi-step word problems, missing number problems, estimation), fractions (simplifying, comparing, add, subtract, multiply, divide, equivalents) and decimals (multiplication, rounding, equivalents). The video shows a preview of the first 7 slides. Includes questions in a similar style to both reasoning and arithmetic test papers.