I am a London based primary school teacher with over 20 years experience. I am passionate about Key stage one and have also taught in EYFS and KS2. I love making resources for myself and other teachers.
I am a London based primary school teacher with over 20 years experience. I am passionate about Key stage one and have also taught in EYFS and KS2. I love making resources for myself and other teachers.
Unlock the power of problem-solving with these engaging open-ended fraction investigations. Designed to foster critical thinking for key stage 1 pupils, each investigation centers around a single, thought-provoking question, with three differentiated versions to challenge every student in your class.
These investigations encourage students to explore fractions in their own way, with multiple possible answers to each question. This flexibility makes them perfect for both classroom and home learning environments, as they provide opportunities for students to think creatively, collaborate, and discover their own solutions.
Whether you’re teaching in a mixed-ability classroom or supporting independent learning at home, these fraction investigations are a versatile tool for building deep understanding and confidence in fractions.
Key Features:
-3 open-ended fraction investigations
-Differentiated for three levels of challenge
-Multiple possible answers for each question
-Ideal for classroom or home learning
-Encourages creativity, critical thinking, and independent problem-solving
Empower your students to dive into the world of fractions with these engaging, flexible investigations.
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Maths working walls are an essential in a primary classroom. Here are the headings needed to create a cute working wall within a calming classroom.
Included:
-Natural hessian look bunting which says maths working wall
-headings which say: we are learning to, vocabulary, examples of work, top tips for excellent work, WAGOLL, challenge and questions.
-Numbers 0-20: one number per card. Each card has the number in digits, a ten frame and the written word.
The bunting lettering is in bold capital letters and says maths working wall. Also included is a bunting flag with an apple and another with a sweet little chalk board.
The headings have a large space to write under them. I laminate these and then use a white board marker to write and wipe as needed throughout the topic. I reuse them again and again. So once the board is set up it’s very easy to change and add to as often as required.
I have this same display but in bright stripes if you’re after something more colourful.
This resources goes well with:
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Questions to display that teachers and students can ask. Each question is displayed in its own thought bubble. One thought bubble per A4 paper. These are great for warm ups, number talk, thinking together and plenaries. These questions are also perfect for display on your maths working wall. Laminate these and they can be used again and again.
Included:
11 questions; each in a thought bubble.
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This engaging three-part PDF resource pack is designed to help pupils build a strong understanding of arrays as a foundation for multiplication. It introduces the concept through a variety of visual formats and encourages children to explore multiplication in a concrete, pictorial way.
What’s Included:
Part 1 – Real-Life Arrays & Dot Patterns
A selection of colourful real-world photographs and traditional dot arrays. Each image is accompanied by a frame for pupils to write matching multiplication equations, helping to make the link between repeated addition and multiplication.
Part 2 – Clip Art Arrays
Fun, child-friendly arrays made using clip art images. These offer an accessible and engaging way for learners to practise writing multiplication sentences and spotting patterns.
Part 3 – Exploring Arrays Further
A range of array-based tasks using different visual styles (dots, objects, images), along with a blank array template for children to create and draw their own arrays—encouraging creativity and independent thinking.
Perfect for classroom practice, home learning, or introducing multiplication in a concrete and visual way. Ideal for pupils working on early multiplication skills
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Maths working walls are an essential in a primary classroom. Here are the headings needed to create a cute working wall.
Included:
bright striped bunting which says maths working wall
headings which say: we are learning to, vocabulary, examples of work, top tips for excellent work, WAGOLL, challenge and questions.
15 maths growth mindset posters to keep everyone motivated
The bunting lettering is in bold capital letters and says maths working wall. Also included is a bunting flag with an apple and another with a sweet little chalk board.
The headings have a large space to write under them. I laminate these and then use a white board marker to write and wipe as needed throughout the topic. I reuse them again and again. So once the board is set up it’s very easy to change and add to as often as required.
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Bring your working wall to life with these 20 engaging speech bubble sentence stems, designed to support pupils as they talk about their mathematical thinking and problem-solving processes. Perfect for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, these stems help children structure their spoken responses, build confidence in maths discussions and reflect more deeply on their learning.
Each sentence starter is presented in a large, eye-catching speech bubble (one per A4 page), using a clear, child-friendly font that’s ideal for classroom displays. Simply print, laminate and use them again and again.
These are a fantastic visual support for encouraging mathematical talk in the classroom — whether you’re introducing a new topic, prompting reasoning during a lesson or supporting peer discussion.
What’s included:
20 sentence stems focused on problem-solving and reasoning
Each stem displayed in a separate A4 speech bubble
PDF format – ready to print and laminate
A simple yet powerful resource to enhance your classroom’s maths dialogue and promote metacognitive thinking.
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These clip cards are a great way for students to practice their knowledge of number bonds to 10 using a multiple choice system. 40 cards are included which cover number bonds to 10 using various visual representations and with missing addends. Each card has three possible answers. Students select the correct answer by clipping a clothespin, peg or paper clip to it.
I like to laminate these cards so students can simply circle the correct answer using a dry erase marker. Alternatively, you can print these on paper to hand out to your class at the end of the lesson; pupils circle the correct answer and hand in as a great exit ticket or plenary to the lesson.
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Here are a few slides to get the children thinking about the practice of measuring in non-standard units. It includes some tips to explain how to measure and a few photos which model how to measure.
These clip cards are a great way for students to practice their knowledge of one more using a multiple choice system. 43 cards are included which cover the concept of one more using various visual representations, with missing addends and on a number line. Each card has three possible answers. Students select the correct answer by clipping a clothespin, peg or paper clip to it.
I like to laminate these cards so students can simply circle the correct answer using a dry erase marker. Alternatively, you can print these on paper to hand out to your class at the end of the lesson; pupils circle the correct answer and hand in as a great exit ticket or plenary to the lesson.
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Empower your students to participate in meaningful mathematical talk and articulate their thought processes effectively. Explore our collection of thought-provoking questions designed to encourage conversation and deepen understanding in math. Each question is presented in an adorable frame, conveniently sized for individual A4 papers. Ideal for various activities such as warm-ups, number talks, collaborative thinking sessions, and plenaries, these questions prompt students to engage in discussions about their mathematical concepts and reasoning behind their answers. Enhance your classroom environment by displaying these questions around your math working wall. With the option to laminate, these resources can be utilized repeatedly, ensuring lasting utility in your lessons. Elevate mathematical communication and critical thinking skills among your students today!
Included:
13 questions which can be applied to many different lessons.
This resources goes well with:
/teaching-resource/maths-working-wall-natural-hessian-12708007
Maths working walls are an essential in a primary classroom. Here are the headings needed to create a cute working wall within a boho inspired classroom.
Included:
-Boho look bunting which says maths working wall
-headings which say: we are learning to, vocabulary, examples of work, top tips for excellent work, WAGOLL, challenge and questions.
-Numbers 0-20: one number per card. Each card has the number in digits, a ten frame and the written word.
The bunting lettering is in bold capital letters and says maths working wall. Also included is a bunting flag with an apple and another with a sweet little chalk board.
The headings have a large space to write under them. I laminate these and then use a white board marker to write and wipe as needed throughout the topic. I reuse them again and again. So once the board is set up it’s very easy to change and add to as often as required.
I have this same display but in bright stripes if you’re after something more colourful.
This resources goes well with:
/teaching-resource/maths-working-wall-questions-12710835
You might also be interested in:
/teaching-resource/reading-corner-area-display-boho-colours-12887795
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Here is a huge bundle of 86 clips cards. These clip cards are a great way for students to practice their knowledge of one more and one less using a multiple choice system. 86 cards are included which cover the concept of one more and one less using various visual representations, with missing addends and on a number line. Each card has three possible answers. Students select the correct answer by clipping a clothespin, peg or paper clip to it.
I like to laminate these cards so students can simply circle the correct answer using a dry erase marker. Alternatively, you can print these on paper to hand out to your class at the end of the lesson; pupils circle the correct answer and hand in as a great exit ticket or plenary to the lesson.
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Here are the measurement investigations I use with my students. Included are investigations for mass, length and time. Each investigation contains a single question which has been differentiated 3 ways to meet the needs of challenge in your class. Children are open to solve the question in their own way and each question has multiple answers making it perfect for classroom or home learning.
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Here are the numbers which I use on my working wall washing line. Each number appears on a little shirt. This is a small size washing line to fit onto a working wall or to use in a pocket chart.
Also included are socks numbers 1-20. I love these for odd and even.
Included:
numbers 0-100; each number on a shirt
shirts with addition, subtraction and equals symbols
shirts with one more and less, ten more and less and equals
numbers 1-20 on socks
This is a super addition to any maths working wall.
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Maths working walls are an essential in a primary classroom. Here are the headings needed to create a cute working wall.
Included:
bunting which says ‘maths working wall’
headings which say: we are learning to, vocabulary, examples of work, top tips for excellent work, challenge and questions.
13 maths talk posters to develop explanations
The bunting lettering is in bold capital letters and says maths working wall. Also included are a flag with a heart and another flag with an apple and sweet little chalk board.
The headings have a large space to write under them. I laminate these and then use a white board marker to write and wipe as needed throughout the topic.
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Quickly set up a calming and inspiring classroom with this fantastic bundle of three resources.
Book Corner Display Kit: Transform your reading area with charming bunting to clearly define the space, purposeful reading area posters, and over 30 book tub labels to keep everything organized. This kit also includes 15 growth mindset posters to foster a positive and encouraging environment.
Maths Working Wall Display: Create an engaging and effective maths area with sweet bunting that reads “Maths Working Wall,†a variety of headings to structure the space and challenge students, and number cards from 0-20.
Thought-Provoking Questions Posters: Enhance mathematical conversations and deepen understanding with a collection of posters featuring stimulating questions designed to provoke thought and discussion.
Unleash your bohemian brilliance and elevate your classroom ambiance with these essential resources, featuring bohemian colors that create a calm and tranquil environment.
Set up your calming classroom quickly with these three great resources.
Included:
Book corner/reading area display
maths working wall display
maths talk posters
All with a natural hessian look background.
Enhance your classroom with our vibrant, easy-to-display question prompts designed for teachers and students. Each A4 sheet features a single question framed with a simple, eye-catching design on a colorful background. Perfect for warm-ups, number talks, collaborative thinking, and plenaries, these questions will spark engagement and critical thinking among students. Scatter them across tables for group discussions, or prominently feature them on your maths working wall for continuous inspiration. Laminate for durability and reuse, ensuring these versatile question prompts remain a staple in your teaching toolkit year after year. Ideal for creating an interactive and dynamic learning environment.
Included:
13 questions; each in an A4 poster.
These display questions coordinate perfectly with resource:
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I use the activity with my year 2 students but it can easily be adapted to suit other year groups. This resource is a maths investigation to practice addition with regrouping. There are 3 levels of challenge to meet the varying needs of the pupils. You will need a box of small building bricks or lego. I just pick out the pieces I need and put a small amount on each table. A small amount goes a surprisingly long way with this activity as their constructions are quite small. I usually take pictures of the structures so we can talk about the value of each during the plenary.
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Questions to display that teachers and students can ask. Each question is displayed in its own cute frame on a natural hessian look background. One question per A4 paper. These are great for warm ups, number talk, thinking together and plenaries. They will get your students talking about their maths work and explaining their answers. I like to display these questions around my maths working wall. Laminate them and they can be used again and again.
Included:
13 questions which can be applied to many different lessons.
This resources goes well with:
/teaching-resource/maths-working-wall-natural-hessian-12708007
and
/teaching-resource/book-corner-display-natural-hessian-12569705
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