Multiplication and Division Yr 2

Summary

Multiplication and division are difficult concepts and there is evidence that many adults struggle with these concepts. It is therefore vital that these concepts are well taught, that is why this book is important. The book is broken down into lessons that support the teacher in the classroom. There are powerpoints, designed to help children form mental imagery, there are suggestions for practical activities and there are worksheets to consoilidate learning. The author has ensured that frankly it is virtually impossible for children not to learn when using this book. The author, Martina Clarke is an experienced teacher and has many years of class- room experience. The book comes with interactive software to help children learn the correct words and to get them actively engaged with their own learning and engaging in what theorists call `scaffolding their own learning'