Our Friends - Testimonials

“Overall, how did the students respond to the Fun With Maths Incursion?”

"All children were enthusiastic, motivated and captivated by all of the activities. Every child was challenged and made to think outside the square they live! The overall presentation , activities and time allowed was fantastic. It was great to see the kids so involved including those with learning difficulties!”Jacqui Woods, Yr 4 teacher, Blackwater North SS, Qld. 27/11/08

“Students were interested and excited about the activities. They enjoyed the challenging and hands on nature of the activities. Just keep on coming back. The links to NAPLAN questioning is really good for our students. Working as a team in co-operation is also another fantastic idea.” Mr D. ( Grade 6A) @ Blackwater SS 17/8/10

“Very positive experience for all involved.” Kate Hughes , Yr 3 teacher, “Our Lady of Lourdes”,Toowoomba

“Great. Come back.” Christine Pascoe, Prep/1/2/3 teacher. @ Rosedale SS , Qld

“The students were very excited to participate in the activities. They were engaged and challenged by the activities.” Sarah Reid, Yr 2/3, @ St Helens SS, Maryborough. 29/7/10

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Links

For more interesting reading check out Jain’s web at www.jainmathemagics.com.

Bibliography

“Targeting Maths…. Problem Solving” Level 3 graded activities that target specific problem solving strategies” by Gloria Harris
“Open-ended Maths Activities……Using ‘good’ questions to enhance learnig in Mathematics. Second Edition” by Peter Sullivan and Pat Lilburn.

Both books are available at Edsco. Phone: 07 3350 26 77.

Manipulatives and Practical Maths materials can be purchased from the Modern Teachers Aid outlet in Brisbane at “The Toy Outlet”, 45 South Pine Rd, Brendale,

Phone 07 3205 0218. Ask for Jenny.

For NAPLAN style practice tests and Games we use and recommend materials found on www.gamesnthoughts.com.au.