A pdf of a 28 slide PowerPoint that provides examples of CAT4 assessment tasks. CAT4 assessments consist of verbal reasoning – thinking with words; quantitative reasoning – thinking with numbers; non-verbal reasoning – thinking with shapes and spatial ability – thinking with shape and space. Many schools use CAT4 to provide ‘predictions’ for GCSE results. Four sets of practice assessment questions are provided plus additional questions. These questions should be practiced by students so they understand the patterns and inner logic of the four reasoning areas away from the pressure of sitting at a computer with the assessment about to begin, and the clock about to count down. The PowerPoint is available with the correct answer highlighted. It can be downloaded here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12785332

A pdf of a 46 slide PowerPoint that introduces or utilises many mathematical concepts. Mainly for post-primary settings but elements could be used in primary. There is at least a months material for lessons and will be useful for revision classes or an introduction to the concepts involved. Please review it if you download it and do put it to good use. If you think this is good, think about purchasing the PowerPoint. It allows the teacher to introduce the key ideas to students via animated slides. Most of the ideas are easier to access through animation and slow reveal. There are answers for most problems in the slides notes. It can be downloaded here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resources/dashboard/resource-management/add-resource/12555207/published These are the concepts covered: Match Combinations: generalisations, combinations, multiplicative reasoning Two-way grids: preparation for simultaneous equations Comparing texts: data handling, sample sizes, mode, range Direction and distance: compass directions, left and right directions, absolute, relative Rectangle: area, perimeter, asymptotes Square patterns: 1. multiplicative reasoning, graphs, tables, algebraic manipulation, sequences, linear, quadratic Dissecting a square/rectangle: tangram, square, parallelogram, triangle, proportion, percentages Problems about perimeter and area: area, perimeter Ratio and proportion mystery: percentages, ratio, proportion, average (mean) House swap: interpreting distance-time graph Probability mystery: probability, card sort Fractions mystery: fractions, card sort Venn diagrams: factors, multiples, prime numbers Broken window: logic Shikaku: introduction and development Three problems: algebraic reasoning Logic puzzle: introduction to this type of reasoning What’s it worth?: preparation for simultaneous equations Wacky races: ordinal and time logic puzzle, card sort Sudoku Znorlian: binary, sequences, card sort Roofs: algebraic reasoning Antidotes: ratio, percentages, fractions Percentage paradox: introduction to Simpson’s paradox Probability investigation: tally table, sequence of outcomes Card trick: binary, base 2 place value headings

Trial and improvement: questions for maths lessons. One pdf with questions and a separate pdf with questions and answers. Questions consist of a range of medium level. A PowerPoint is available with correct answers animated so that each question can be discussed as a class or group: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12976859 Please contact Cubed Maths if you identify any incorrections. cubed.maths@gmail.com 079 497 497 81 Key words: 𝑥, algebra, equation, rounding, decimal place

A spreadsheet that makes clear the links between graphs of quadratic functions and intercepts, turning points and symmetry. It is completely editable. It works best with a=1 since the aspect of completing the square and bracket factoring need a more sophisticated approach (version 2?). It includes a blank template for students to complete. Let me know in a review if you have any further suggestions for improvement.

A four page booklet bringing various approaches together that aim to improve how questions are asked in the maths classroom. It is designed to be used for Maths Dept CPD rather than for teaching students although some slides would be useful for teaching. It encourages teachers to ask better questions and to develop student questioning in Mathematics. It includes a modified Bloom’s taxonomy as a prism through which to see questions in Maths.

Inequalities: questions for maths lessons. One pdf with questions and a separate pdf with questions and answers. Questions consist of a range of medium level. A PowerPoint is available with correct answers animated so that each question can be discussed as a class or group: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12959726 Please contact Cubed Maths if you identify any incorrections. cubed.maths@gmail.com 07949749781 Key words: <, >, ≤, ≥, greater than, less than, equal to, number line, inequality, algebra, integer, one sign, two signs

Binary: questions for maths lessons. One pdf with questions and a separate pdf with questions and answers. Questions consist of a range of medium level. A PowerPoint is available with correct answers animated so that each question can be discussed as a class or group: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12956338 Please contact Cubed Maths if you identify any incorrections. cubed.maths@gmail.com 07949749781 Key words: Decimal, base 2, base 10, place headings, place value, odd numbers

Coordinates: questions for maths lessons. One pdf with questions and a separate pdf with answers. Questions consist of a range of medium ones. A PowerPoint is available with correct answers animated so that each question can be discussed as a class or group: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12955816 Please contact Cubed Maths if you identify any incorrections. cubed.maths@gmail.com 07949749781 Key words: 𝑦 axis, 𝑥 axis, quadrilaterals, kite, trapezium, rectangle, parallelogram, midpoint, circle, diameter

Very useful techniques for GCSE Maths and GCSE Further Maths using the CASIO fx-83GT or fx-85GT CLASSWIZ calculators. Don’t forget to provide feedback if you find the pdf useful.

A progression of mental maths strategies for addition and subtraction from a basic level to GCSE level. The strategies are grouped as ‘Change’, ‘Split’ or ‘Jump’. It invites students to change a problem, to an easier form, before splitting numbers or/and jumping along the virtual number line that exists in their heads. This is a useful resource for Maths teachers of all age groups to see what are the next steps for their students and also to see the range of different possible strategies available.

Two-way tables: questions for maths lessons. One pdf with questions and a separate pdf with questions and answers. Questions range from medium to hard. A PowerPoint is available with correct answers animated so that each question can be discussed as a class or group: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12953330 Please contact Cubed Maths if you identify any incorrections. cubed.maths@gmail.com 07949749781 Key words: Two-way tables, frequency tree, algebra

A printable and editable bank statement for use in Key Stage 3 and GCSE Mathematics. Created in Excel so different figures can be used. Two statements are given, one with negative entries and one without. Please review since this is my first ever resource and I feedback would help me improve.

A pdf of a 22 slide PowerPoint that shows some really important maths concepts in concrete form and which pupils should be aware of. Cuisenaire rods are the main focus but enhanced with the counting stick to produce a powerful arsenal for additive reasoning. It covers equivalence, inequalities, decimals, factors, primes, composites, fractions, squares and algebra. There is at least a weeks material for all ages at primary school and applicable to secondary students who have gaps in their understanding. Please review it if you download it and do put it to good use. If you think this is good, think about purchasing the PowerPoint. It allows the teacher to introduce the key ideas to students via extensive use of animation. Most of the ideas are easier to access through animation and slow reveal.

A short PowerPoint including examples, sheets and solutions of 3-dimensional (3D) combinations of cubes drawn on isometric paper as an introduction to plans and elevations. Some slides contain advice in the notes section. If you feel this is useful do please provide feedback particularly for any improvements that could be made.

A fantastic way to introduce number bases and reinforce place value. Based on the wonderful Global Maths project at https://www.explodingdots.org/. The 32 slide PowerPoint includes animations, blank templates and mini explosions! Please review if you download and use it.

Straight line graphs or linear graphs: questions for maths lessons. Includes questions on drawing graphs, calculating gradients and working out intercepts. One pdf with questions and a separate pdf with questions and answers. Questions range from medium to hard. A PowerPoint is available with correct answers animated so that each question can be discussed as a class or group: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-12946855 Please contact Cubed Maths if you identify any incorrections. cubed.maths@gmail.com 07949749781 Key words: linear graphs, intersection, gradient, parallel, equation, coordinates, axes, 𝑦=𝑚𝑥+c, 𝑦 axis, 𝑥 axis

‘Forming and solving equations’ questions for maths lessons. Includes questions on angles, perimeter, area and a mixture of other topics. One pdf with questions and a separate pdf with questions and answers. Questions range from medium to challenging. A PowerPoint is available with correct answer animated so that each question can be discussed as a class or group: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12945410 Please contact Cubed Maths if you identify any incorrections. cubed.maths@gmail.com 07949749781

Flow chart questions for maths lessons. One pdf with questions and a separate pdf with questions and answers. Questions range from medium hard to challenging. A PowerPoint is available with correct answer animated so that each question can be discussed as a class or group: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12945339 Please contact Cubed Maths if you identify any incorrections. cubed.maths@gmail.com 07949749781

CCEA GCSE Grade Boundaries - from 2018 to 2023 Raw scores for every series available from 2018 to 2023 for the following subjects: English Language Mathematics Statistics Further Maths Double Award Science Single Award Science If there is demand, other subjects will be added.

A pdf of 20 puzzles/games. This provides spatial awareness practice, CAT4 practice and cognitive abilities test practice. Difficulty: Level 3 Hard. Cut out cards and rearrange to make tracks. Use symmetry, rotation, reflection and 90 degree angles to complete the tracks. Track cards are inspired by the amazing Serpentiles originally published by ThinkFun but no longer manufactured. The PowerPoint is available with the correct answer highlighted for each of the 20 puzzles. It can be downloaded here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12919926