Mathematics Explained for Primary Teachers [with Workbook]

by Derek W. Haylock, Ralph Manning

"This book explains the concepts and processes of the mathematics taught in primary schools. It aims to equip primary school teachers with the confidence to provide appropriate and careful explanation of mathematical ideas and procedures to their pupils, with an emphasis on the development of understanding, rather than mere learning by rote." This book provides a comprehensive, student-tested guide to the mathematics to be taught to children aged 5-11.

Genres: Teaching, Nonfiction, Education, Mathematics, Academic, School

664 pages, Paperback

First published October 28, 1995

Reviews

[Tom · Rating 1 out of 5]

Nothing on earth could make Maths engaging to me, and this book certainly didn't succeed. It waffled on endlessly and was (considering Maths is supposedly all about figures) incredibly wordy.

Whilst reading this I quit my SCITT course due to the already impending sense of doom and increasing stress. I am glad that I did - after researching online the experiences of others who have had a similar experience (most graduate teachers apparently quit within five years) I feel I have made a lucky escape.

I will be selling this on ebay, even so I am sure there must be clearer/easier books on the market which just demonstrate the bare bones required to teach, not chapters and chapters of unnecessary meanderings.

[Beth · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a must-read for students and teachers teaching mathematics. It offers invaluable teaching points which can really change your view of teaching. It doesn't matter whether it's the 3rd or the 4th edition; this book will definitely extend your pedagogical knowledge. (Just beware of the outdated curriculum knowledge on the 3rd edition.)

[D. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a fantastic resource for those of us who struggled with math as children and are interested in facilitating and encouraging our children's learning. I wish math was taught to me this way!

[dee · Rating 1 out of 5]

This was a textbook I had to read for my masters. I read it on behalf of my friend and I. I made sure to highlight and annotate it, while also providing her with chapter summaries, so that we could both claim to have done the work.

In truth, this textbook was dull and long to read. There was also a number of times where the writer pretty much insults the readers for not understanding maths, just because there are people who do not care for it. That was definitely annoying.

Once again, this was an academic reading. I would definitely not read it ever again, or even recommend it to people.

[Jael · Rating 4 out of 5]

+ great depth of content
+ Organised clearly in different chapters
+ Written with humor and enthusiasm!
+ Good examples
+ Digital edition included
- Paragraphs itself could be a bit clearer, as it is quite wordy for a maths book. Layout could do some tricks here.

[Kerrie Durkin · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great 'go go's resource for anyone teaching primary maths

[Linz aka Mlbp]

finished with coursework

[Mafaz Ali · Rating 4 out of 5]

I ordered this book for my PGCE and I'd say this is a very helpful book for primary teachers, or parents who wish to help their children with Maths, but who may not have the confidence to do so.
The book is broken down into sections covering, Mathematical Understanding, Reasoning & Problem solving, Numbers & Calculations, Further Number Concepts, Algebra, Measurement, Geometry, Statistics & Probability.There are also online links to help you along the way with self assesments.
The pages are clear to read, with good examples, explanations and diagrams.This is a great resource for new primary school teachers, as well as parents who wish to help their kids a little more.

[Rachel]

Urgh!!!!!!!!!!

Awful book.

Confusing instructions, a typo which threw me off balance completely with an exercise. Went to my AQA books in despair in the end to complete the self-assessments necessary for course. (Similar reports from peers.)

AVOID at all costs.

[James Gould · Rating 5 out of 5]

very good resource