Numeracy teaching resources introducing basic maths skills for Foundation level 

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	Addition square
	Explore addition patterns from 1+1 to 10+10!
	R Y1 Y2 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 09/05/2013
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	Sorting and matching
	A Smart Notebook file for sorting by colour and size, matching the same two items and pairs of items (e.g. knife and fork).
	R Y1 | Teaching tools    Published: 07/02/2013
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	Maths king or queen
	A game to enhance mental maths sessions. Requires a crown which could easily be made from card. This game can easily be adapted to other areas of the numeracy curriculum.
	R Y1 Y2 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 24/08/2012
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	From the resource collection: Addition and subtraction (KS1 & EYFS)

	Large dominoes
	Large number dominoes that can be cut out, laminated and reused. Try using them with younger children for counting, properties of number or addition.
	R Y1 | Teaching tools | Numbers and the number system    Published: 17/08/2012
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	From the resource collection: Number facts and sequencing (KS1 & EYFS) | Games (KS1)

	2 times and 3 times tables
	Practice sheets and facts cards for simple multiplication tables. A great starting point and easily adapted to other tables.
	R Y1 Y2 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 03/08/2012
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	From the resource collection: Multiplication and division (KS1)

	Maths counting mats
	Laminate these mats and use playdough for some hands-on counting and simple addition challenges. Use a dry-wipe pen to write numbers onto the boards, wipe clean and repeat with different numbers.
	R Y1 Y2 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 06/06/2012
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	From the resource collection: Number facts and sequencing (KS1 & EYFS)

	Ladybird addition
	Children count the spots on the ladybirds and then complete the addition calculation. A great resource for teaching number bonds to 10.
	R Y1 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 30/05/2012
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	From the resource collection: Addition and subtraction (KS1 & EYFS)

	Beach sequencing
	Children continue or complete simple sequences.
	R Y1 Y2 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 30/05/2012
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	From the resource collection: Addition and subtraction (KS1 & EYFS)

	Washing line number sequencing
	An interactive washing line enabling you to sort simple numbers. Click on each tile to place it on the washing line. Great for ordering numbers. Interactive activity currently not adaptable.
	R Y1 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 24/05/2012
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	From the resource collection: Number facts and sequencing (KS1 & EYFS)

	Shape walk
	Children go for a shape walk around the playground. Use the worksheet to tally the number of each shape seen and draw a picture of what they see.
	R Y1 Y2 | Shape, space and measures    Published: 26/04/2012
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	From the resource collection: 2D and 3D shapes (KS1 & EYFS)

	Counting to 10 bingo – one to one recognition
	Bingo board game to aid one to one number recognition to ten. A simple but great idea!
	R Y1 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 26/04/2012
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	From the resource collection: Number facts and sequencing (KS1 & EYFS)

	Favourite pet pictograph
	Create a simple chart to represent your classes choices for their 'favourite pet'. Click and drag the tiles on to the pictograph to produce the chart.
	R Y1 Y2 | Data handling    Published: 19/04/2012
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	From the resource collection: Graphs and charts (KS1 & EYFS)

	Additions to 10
	Children are asked to find totals of two and three numbers for additions up to 10.
	R Y1 Y2 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 07/03/2012
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	From the resource collection: Addition and subtraction (KS1 & EYFS)

	Animal subtraction
	Helps children to write and solve simple subtraction sums.
	R Y1 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 29/02/2012
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	From the resource collection: Addition and subtraction (KS1 & EYFS)

	Symmetrical crowns
	A set of simple symmetry activities using crowns.
	R Y1 Y2 | Shape, space and measures | Queen's Jubilee    Published: 23/02/2012
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	From the resource collection: Symmetry and pattern (KS1 & EYFS)

	Crown jewels – counting to ten
	Draw the correct number of jewels on each crown.
	R Y1 | Numbers and the number system | Queen's Jubilee    Published: 23/02/2012
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	From the resource collection: Number facts and sequencing (KS1 & EYFS)

	Apple addition investigation
	Using small sorting hoops and red and green counters as apples, children explore different combinations of red and green apples that give the same total number of apples. Children record their outcomes on the attached sheet.
	R Y1 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 26/05/2011
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	From the resource collection: Addition and subtraction (KS1 & EYFS)

	Supporting your child at home- Numeracy handout for parents
	A handout for parents containing practical ideas on how to support their children with numeracy at home.
	R Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Y6 | Teaching tools | Numbers and the number system    Published: 03/03/2011
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	From the resource collection: Addition and subtraction (KS1 & EYFS) | Parent leaflets

	Grouping and sharing strategies- Leaflet for parents (KS1)
	A handy leaflet explaining to parents the strategies used for teaching multiplication and division- aimed mainly at KS1 parents.
	R Y1 Y2 | Teaching tools | Numbers and the number system    Published: 03/03/2011
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	From the resource collection: Multiplication and division (KS1) | Parent leaflets

	Addition and subtraction strategies leaflets for parents
	A handy leaflet explaining to parents the strategies used for teaching subtraction and addition - aimed mainly at KS1 parents.
	R Y1 Y2 | Teaching tools | Numbers and the number system    Published: 03/03/2011
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	From the resource collection: Addition and subtraction (KS1 & EYFS) | Parent leaflets

	Adding more
	An easily adaptable resource. Begin by adding one more then edit to create further sheets to add 2 more and 3 more and ... you get the idea! The second Word document and PDF demonstrate how this resource might be adapted to suit your needs.
	R Y1 Y2 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 03/02/2011
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	From the resource collection: Addition and subtraction (KS1 & EYFS)

	Repeating patterns
	Children continue the repeating patterns by colouring in the squares and then create their own using coloured cubes.
	R Y1 Y2 | Shape, space and measures    Published: 03/02/2011
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	From the resource collection: Symmetry and pattern (KS1 & EYFS)

	My counting sheet
	Cut and sort the numbers cards. Encourages one to one recognition and ordinal counting. [Forms part of the Food glorious food project]
	R Y1 | Numbers and the number system    Published: 03/02/2011
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	From the resource collection: Number facts and sequencing (KS1 & EYFS)

	Little mouse, little mouse ...
	A game for either colour, or number recognition (1-10) using a fun rhyme. This is a lovely group or whole class activity.
	R | Numbers and the number system    Published: 13/10/2010
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	From the resource collection: Number facts and sequencing (KS1 & EYFS)

	Number match
	Match the number to the correct word. Try the free sample interactive Snap activity.
	R | Numbers and the number system    Published: 19/06/2008
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	From the resource collection: Number facts and sequencing (KS1 & EYFS)