4 multiplication tests for the 3x tables, differentiated for the differing abilities in your class. 1. Multiplication table in order. 2. Multiplication table out of order. 3. Multiplication table mixed order with division facts. 4. Application of the multiplication table, enabling children to prove mastery of the times table.

A collection of multiplication and division word problems, using known times tables for children to begin to solve using the bar model. The bar model, which is part of the Singapore Maths model, is presented to help children develop their confidence and understanding of the vocabulary of sharing equally and twice / three times etc in relation to solving word problems. This worksheet is suitable for Year 3 / 4. The resource is differentiated 3 ways, with an opportunity for more confident learners to apply their knowledge to multistep word problems in a structured, scaffolded way. I have included the worksheets as a pdf and as an editable Microsoft Word document.

Here is an outstanding Christmas themed lesson plan with links to video stimulus. The resources can be used as a stimulus for P4C (Philosophy for Children) lessons or to structure a class discussion. The stimulus is intended to guide the children to a discussion on giving and receiving, selflessness, thinking of others, responsibility and choices. The activity will support the children to improve their critical thinking and discussion skills in a fun way. The themes are easy to access for students of all ages as their moral topics make them relevant for children (or adults) with a range of life experiences.

A plan and resources for 10 lessons, including practical investigations into friction and magnets. Learning objectives covered: To introduce forces and find out what children already know about forces To observe that some forces need contact between two objects To recognise a force as a push or a pull. To use arrows to show the direction of a force To identify gravity as the force that pulls objects towards Earth. To investigate forces To describe magnets as having two poles. To predict whether two magnets will attract or repel each other, depending on which poles are facing. To explore the use of magnets (and compasses) To recognise that all magnetic objects are made of metal but that not all metals are magnetic. To plan and carry out tests to find out the strength of different magnets. To observe that some forces need contact between two objects, but magnetic forces can act at a distance. To observe how magnets attract or repel each other and attract some materials but not others.