mathematics

Understanding the Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract (CPA) Approach

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Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract (CPA): Guide to Building Mathematical Understanding and Supporting SEN Mathematics can feel abstract and disconnected from reality for many pupils. Numbers, symbols, and operations often exist in a world that seems far removed from their everyday experiences. This is where the Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract (CPA) approach becomes invaluable, it provides a bridge between the tangible world … Read more

The Hidden Cost of Skipping Summer Math Tutoring 

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Summer is supposed to be a break. No alarms. No homework battles. No rushed mornings. Just a chance for kids to relax and reset.  So when the school year ends, it’s easy to think, They’ll be fine without math for a few months. After all, everyone needs a break, right?  Here’s the problem. Doing nothing over the summer isn’t neutral when it comes to … Read more

The Complete Guide to Teaching Times Tables: Methods That Actually Work in 2025

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Learning times tables doesn’t have to be a battle. With modern teaching approaches backed by cognitive science, children can master multiplication facts while developing genuine mathematical understanding. This comprehensive guide reveals the most effective, research-based strategies for teaching times tables that transform struggling learners into confident mathematicians. Why Traditional Times Tables Methods Fail (And What … Read more

Maths: Multisensory Activities for Teaching Big and Small

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Big and Small Teaching Activities Big and Small These concepts are generally taught together but we also use them to describe objects without a comparative object. “wow that’s a big smile” “What a big yawn!”. We throw around size-related mathematical language with scant regard to accuracy. “I’ve made a huge mistake.” “You are a massive … Read more