Teaching Primary Maths
Description
In this practical guide, educator Emma Bird begins with the most important question: Who are you as a mathematics educator? Drawing from her own experiences with maths anxiety, she reveals how our beliefs and past experiences shape our teaching practice - and why examining your own mathematical journey is essential before transforming your students' learning.
Teaching Primary Maths explores what truly matters: creating inclusive, engaging environments where all students thrive. Emma addresses maths anxiety, engagement, creativity, curiosity, and playful learning with research-backed strategies and real-world examples.
Whether you're a new teacher or an experienced educator, this book provides practical tools to nurture mathematical confidence and resilience in every student. Your work matters - this book will help you make that impact last.
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About the Author
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Part 1: Who Am I as a Maths Educator?
1. Beliefs Impact Practice
Part 2: Why Does Mathematics Education Matter?
2. The Current Landscape
3. Critical Numeracy
Part 3: What Affects the Learners in My Mathematics Classroom?
4. Essential Engagement
5. Maths Anxiety
Part 4: How Can I Make a Difference in My Own Classroom?
6. Creativity in Mathematics
7. Curiosity in Mathematics
8. Playful Maths
9. Primary Mathematics Essentials
Conclusion
References
