Progress With Oxford Series
Progress with Oxford: Times Tables Age 6-7
2019 by
What’s inside...
'Progress with Oxford: Times Tables Age 6-7' by Kate Robinson is an interactive workbook expertly designed to support your child's numerical development during their early school years. This book effectively reinforces multiplication skills through fun and engaging activities, aligned with curriculum standards. It includes reward stickers, tips, and advice to help children become self-sufficient learners, and a progress chart to track achievements. The series is tailored to match your child’s age with school expectations, promoting confidence in understanding times tables. Additional resources are available on the Oxford Owl at Home website to further support your child’s learning.
Why read this book
- Strengthens math skills through engaging activities.
- Tailored for age-appropriate cognitive development.
- Encourages independent learning and confidence in math.
- Interactive approach enhances focus and retention.
The Big Picture
- Builds confidence in math with real-world examples.
- Encourages persistence through progressively challenging tasks.
- Supports comprehension of patterns, enhancing cognitive development.
Diversity & Representation
- Focuses on universal math concepts, transcending cultural barriers.
- Inclusive illustrations depict a diverse range of characters.
- Language and examples are accessible to all backgrounds.
Age
6-7
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
developing
Character Compass
Discussion points
What did you find interesting about how the book showed times tables?
Can you think of a fun way to remember any of the times tables we learned today?
How do you think knowing these times tables will help you outside of school?
If you could create a character to teach times tables, what would they be like?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use real-life examples that relate to your child's interests to make the times tables more relatable and fun.
Encourage your child to explain their thinking as they solve problems, to deepen their understanding and engagement.
Praise efforts and strategies over correct answers to build confidence and a growth mindset.
Create a regular, casual 'math talk' time during everyday activities like meal times or car rides.
What parents love
Engaging activities that captivate kids' attention.
Clear, age-appropriate explanations of multiplication.
Colorful illustrations aid in understanding concepts.
Interactive elements make learning times tables enjoyable.
Key Lessons
Example Lesson: Mastery of Times Tables
Explanation: Progress with Oxford: Times Tables Age 6-7 is designed to help children understand and memorize multiplication tables through structured exercises.
Real-World Application: Knowing times tables fluently enhances a child's ability to quickly perform calculations, aiding in everyday mathematical tasks and fostering confidence in their academic abilities.
Example Lesson: Incremental Learning
Explanation: This book introduces times tables progressively, making it easier for children to grasp concepts step-by-step.
Real-World Application: This method of learning can teach children the value of building knowledge gradually, allowing them to apply this approach to other academic and personal learning goals.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving Skills
Explanation: By tackling various multiplication-related problems, children learn different strategies for solving mathematical problems.
Real-World Application: The ability to problem-solve has broad applications, from handling disputes with peers to making decisions about how to divide resources fairly during play.
Example Lesson: Perseverance in Learning
Explanation: As the book challenges children with increasingly difficult tasks, it emphasizes the importance of persistence in mastering a skill.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of perseverance which can be applied to any challenging situation in life, empowering them to not give up easily.
Example Lesson: Appreciation of Learning Milestones
Explanation: This workbook includes checkpoints and rewards for completing sections which teaches children to appreciate and celebrate educational milestones.
Real-World Application: This helps in setting and achieving goals in both academic and personal settings, encouraging children to take pride in their achievements and strive for further success.