Mathematics Freeware - Build Essential SkillsMathematics freeware - for a brighter future for our kids Our children benefit from strong basic maths skills. Here are the tools and techniques to help give your child the best chance of success in this very important subject. I passionately believe that all our kids are able to achieve excellent in mathematics, and so have a solid platform for all future maths and science studies as well as essential numeracy skills for life.Each section contains a large quantity of maths skills and practice sheets available to download in PDF form that are free for you to use. Check back often as I will be regularly adding to this page. Click on the sign you are interested in.
Multiplication
There are two major components to learning multiplication; knowing the times tables and being able to set up larger problems correctly. These two areas are addressed in that order. The free worksheets in both these sections focus on the gains that can be made through repetition of concepts. For fun games and activities, see the
Math Games
section of this site.
Times TablesLearning math tables by heart is often overlooked in primary schools these days, and I have seen the detrimental effect this can have on students in secondary and further schooling. Find tried and tested suggestions in how to learn times tables, which is definitely worth a read if you're helping your child learn tables at home.Take action now and give your child the best chance of success!
Extended MultiplicationOnce your child has mastered the basics of the times tables, she will be able to tackle more involved multiplications using that knowledge. The basic math review beginning multiplication sheets are simple and require only a small amount of carrying. These will allow success through keeping the work while introducing the new concept of carrying.The intermediate multiplication sheets build on the strengths gained from the previous multiplication work. The skills needed are the same, only there are more numbers involved. The advanced multiplication sheets included on that page take this skill to the maximum level needed, and then a bit further. Basic Addition
Basic addition skills is another cornerstone of success in maths. Fast addition of simple facts gives speed and accuracy to your child's later maths work and this allows her to concentrate on new concepts. It is easier to focus on gaining new skills when you don't have to stop every few minutes to use a calculator or look up a sum in an addition table.Here you will find many free addition practice worksheets and advice on how your child will get the most out of them. There are also suggestions for other useful resources and some fun ideas.
Basic Addition SheetsThese basic addition math work sheets will give your child a good start on experiencing success with this topic. You may find it useful to read the tips given in the Learning Addition Facts advice page.I have also made available some addition practice grids to help sharpen your child's mental addition skills. These are also free to use, as are the printable number line sheets. For practice working on number lines with sums that give a negative result, have a look at the negative numbers page. It offers clear instructions for a sure fire way of getting these right every time.
Advanced AdditionThese sheets of mathematics freeware math problems will reinforce your child's learning of addition facts and processes. In terms of solid work and skills practice, these sheets can't be beaten.Stay UpdatedTo keep up to date with all the latest offering of mathematics freeware downloads, sign up for my free eZine: Brighter Solar Future.Mathematics Freeware: making math easy.
Return from Mathematics Freeware to the Green Planet home page for more Solar Power Facts.
|
