Creative teaching : mathematics in the early years and primary classroom

Abstract

"Creative teaching" is not only for the arts: this unique and stimulating book shows how mathematics and mathematics teaching can be creative, exciting and enjoyable. Offering teachers a dynamic and different perspective on mathematics, it enables them to see and teach in creative ways that will develop their pupil's mathematical thinking potential. The book: supports the government's Primary Strategy "Excellence and Enjoyment"; covers both primary and early years range; includes issues for reflection, discussion points and case studies; and, addresses new teacher training modules on creativity and maths. Aimed at primary and early years trainee teachers, NQTs and experienced teachers, this is a timely publication for teachers and schools seeking to broaden their maths curriculum, making it more creative and appealing to young minds