Mental Maths Quick Quizzes Ages 7-9: Ideal for Home Learning
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Mental Maths Quick Quizzes Ages 7-9 by Collins Easy Learning is designed specifically for children aged 7 to 9, providing a fun and engaging way to supplement school learning and reinforce key mathematics skills. This book offers quick quizzes that align with the KS2 level, featuring a simple, clear layout with colorful illustrations and motivating elements. It includes handy hints, a ‘colour in your score’ chart for every quiz, and answers to support children's learning at home. It's an invaluable resource for parents looking to boost their child's numerical skills and academic confidence.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-9
Length
70 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was the most challenging math problem you solved today and how did you figure it out?
Can you create your own math quiz question from what you've learned?
How do different math problems make you feel? Which ones do you enjoy the most?
If you could teach someone younger than you one math problem from this book, which one would it be and why?
How do you think the math skills you are learning now could help you in everyday life?
Tip: Role play these questions
Show genuine interest in their learning process by asking them to explain a specific problem they solved.
Praise their efforts and progress, even if they make mistakes. This can boost their confidence and enjoyment in learning.
Relate math problems to real-life contexts to make the problems more understandable and engaging.
Encourage them to think aloud as they solve problems, and share your thought process when you work through similar tasks.
Set aside regular times for these math quizzes, making them a fun and expected part of your daily routines.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Enhanced Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: Through engaging mental math quizzes, children learn to analyze and solve mathematical problems quickly and efficiently.
Real-World Application: Children apply these skills to solve everyday problems more effectively, enhancing their decision-making abilities.
Example Lesson: Increased Confidence in Math
Explanation: Regular practice with quizzes helps children to understand and master different math concepts, boosting their confidence.
Real-World Application: As their mathematical confidence grows, children are more willing to tackle challenging subjects in school, leading to better academic performance.
Example Lesson: Improved Concentration and Focus
Explanation: The quick pace of the quizzes encourages children to concentrate and stay focused to perform well.
Real-World Application: This improved focus can help children in other academic subjects and in tasks that require sustained attention.
Example Lesson: Development of a Growth Mindset
Explanation: By experiencing challenging quizzes and learning from mistakes, children learn that abilities can be developed through perseverance and effort.
Real-World Application: This mindset can motivate children to embrace challenges and persist in the face of setbacks in various aspects of their lives.