Embed Mathematical Problem-Solving and Reasoning. The Problem-Solving Strategies and Skills Maths Cards provide a wide variety of motivating and high-interest problem-solving activities. There are three boxes for each level, Year 4 comprising:. 30 Number and Algebra cards, plus answers. 30 Measurement and Geometry cards, plus answers. 30 Statistics and Chance cards, plus answers. Each box also includes a problem-solving process card, and a problem-solving strategies card, to guide and provide support to children as they progress through each stage and box set. The front of each card has a mathematics word problem for pupils to solve and the reverse of each card has an extension activity for more able pupils. The problems involve one or several steps, require the use of a variety of strategies and skills and are supported by colourful artwork. The features of the Problem-Solving boxes include:. Excellent resources to support problem-solving, an essential component of the maths curriculum;. Varied, real-life and challenging problems;. Activities that enable pupils to practise maths concepts taught in class through problems. The Problem-solving cards also provide lots of opportunities for reflective teaching and focus on pupil thinking in problem-solving. Year 4 Number and Algebra. The introduction of more complex fraction analysis and problems is a feature of this level. Decimals and time are incorporated further with place value an increased feature of the problem-solving requirement. The cards comprise a significant degree of language (scenario) in order to drive the process and interpretation element of the solution being established by the pupil. For young pupils, understanding the repetitive nature of patterns is a crucial step in laying the groundwork for algebra. These cards make algebraic concepts relatable and fun. Year 4 Measurement and Geometry. The incorporation of more mathematical language is a feature of this level; for example, obtuse, acute and reflex angles, to assist the move to a familiarisation and interpretation of geometry-based principles and analysis. Includes an increased use of time and location-based scenarios as well as the introduction of temperature-based problems, perimeters and angles. The incorporation of more mathematical language is a feature of this level; for example, obtuse, acute and reflex angles, to assist the move to a familiarisation and interpretation of geometry-based principles and analysis. Year 4 Statistics and Chance. The introduction of additional visual interpretations of data through the inclusion of line graphs and tally marks is utilised to develop skills in the interpretation of data presented to the pupil. The pupil is encouraged to assess chance and statistical outcomes through their interpretation of scenarios and likely or probable outcomes. Real life situations remain a feature, linking the application and use of information to how these can be applied in life, work or business situations.
