Guiding Principles
• Exploring before structure
• Concrete before abstract
• Meaning before procedure
• Learning before practice
• Enriching before accelerating
Think! Mathematics is an internationally acclaimed award winning product that puts problem-solving at the heart of every lesson, so children don’t just learn maths, they experience it. Through engaging challenges, hands-on activities, and real-world scenarios, pupils are encouraged to think critically, explore different strategies, and build confidence in their abilities.
Everything you need to know
Every think! Mathematics lesson begins with a problem to solve. These are known as Anchor Tasks. think! Mathematics aims to help teachers deliver mathematics lessons that emphasise
the development of strong concepts, critical thinking skills and problem-solving skills.
Lesson Structure
• Exploring
• Formalising
• Journaling
• Reflecting
• Practising
Classroom Strategies to Support Learners
• Provide pupils with concrete materials
• Use of Anchor Task
• Have pupils work colaboratively
In think! Mathematics
Methods that are more literal, less abstract and more accessible to such learners
are provided in many of the lessons.
