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LearnDB Primary Resources provides quality teaching resources, worksheets, lessons, activities and display materials to save you time! All resources created by experienced primary teachers, Daniel & Tamsin Ballard. Offer: leave a review on any paid resource and choose another single paid resource for FREE! (Just contact me via the TES Community Conversation Page). https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/chinese-new-year-maths-investigations-ks2-11828158

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LearnDB Primary Resources provides quality teaching resources, worksheets, lessons, activities and display materials to save you time! All resources created by experienced primary teachers, Daniel & Tamsin Ballard. Offer: leave a review on any paid resource and choose another single paid resource for FREE! (Just contact me via the TES Community Conversation Page). https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/chinese-new-year-maths-investigations-ks2-11828158
Maths reasoning progression, key skills, sentence stems and questioning
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Maths reasoning progression, key skills, sentence stems and questioning

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A free maths reasoning progression document for primary mathematics including progression of key skills, sentence starters and questioning support. Suitable for use alongside schemes of learning such as White Rose Maths to support children in their learning progression in reasoning. A display resource of maths stem sentence speech bubbles, directly linked to this document can be found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12971905
Maths reasoning sentence starter display
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Maths reasoning sentence starter display

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A series of speech bubble math’s display cards providing sentence starters and stem sentences to support children’s maths talk and written reasoning. Ideal for use alongside materials such as White Rose reasoning questions and reasoning activities from the NCETM. Can be used alongside this FREE progression in reasoning skills, sentence starters and questioning resource which can be found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/-12971919
Maths fluency & retrieval practice book
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Maths fluency & retrieval practice book

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A booklet for children to record their answers and working out for fluency and retrieval practice tasks as well as times-tables practice. Examples of fluency/retrieval practice include White Rose’s ‘Flashback 4’ questions and Third Space Learning’s ‘Fluent in Five’ tasks. Each of the pages contain working out space for 12 questions with squares and the back cover allows space to record results for each day of learning and give both children and teachers and overview of how they are getting on. This resource includes a print version PDF as well as an editable MS Publisher version of the file for those teachers who wish to customise the template further.
Number bonds to 10 models and images
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Number bonds to 10 models and images

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Models and images supporting learning of numbers bonds to 10 and a sample practice card to revise and practice number facts. Models and images support children’s subitisation skills and understanding of number patterns.
Times Tables Snap cards - 2,5,10 x tables KS1 bundle
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Times Tables Snap cards - 2,5,10 x tables KS1 bundle

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Times tables snap cards bundle for the 2,5 and 10 x table to support learning of times tables in KS1 and KS2. Cards include a range of visual representations to support effective learning of multiplication tables, Representations used match those used by the White Rose schemes of learning, including arrays, dienes and place value counters alongside words, numerals and the multiplication itself. Colour coding and array representations can also be found in other LearnDB multiplication resources such as the Times Table array cards and number line cards found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-array-cards-11802775 , https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-number-line-counting-stick-cards-11802920 & https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-array-cards-booster-pack-to-12-x-12-and-square-number-cards-11806358 Clear pictorial representations help children to develop understanding of concepts of multiplication and division and help them to move from the concrete stage of learning through to pictorial and then finally abstract. Children can use these snap cards alongside practical resources to further support understanding of multiplication and division. These cards can be used to support any multiplication work and activities involving multiplication or inverse. They can also be used to support understanding about the area of shapes (linking multiplication to squared units of measure).
Times Tables Snap cards - 10 x table pack
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Times Tables Snap cards - 10 x table pack

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Times tables snap cards for the 10 x table to support learning of times tables in KS1 and KS2. Cards include a range of visual representations to support effective learning of multiplication tables, Representations used match those used by the White Rose schemes of learning, including arrays, dienes and place value counters alongside words, numerals and the multiplication itself. Other times table snap cards can be found here: 2 x table: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-snap-cards-2-x-table-pack-12075132 5 x table: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-snap-cards-5-x-table-pack-12075151 Colour coding and array representations can also be found in other LearnDB multiplication resources such as the Times Table array cards and number line cards found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-array-cards-11802775 , https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-number-line-counting-stick-cards-11802920 & https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-array-cards-booster-pack-to-12-x-12-and-square-number-cards-11806358 Clear pictorial representations help children to develop understanding of concepts of multiplication and division and help them to move from the concrete stage of learning through to pictorial and then finally abstract. Children can use these snap cards alongside practical resources to further support understanding of multiplication and division. These cards can be used to support any multiplication work and activities involving multiplication or inverse. They can also be used to support understanding about the area of shapes (linking multiplication to squared units of measure).
Times Tables Snap cards - 5 x table pack
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Times Tables Snap cards - 5 x table pack

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Times tables snap cards for the 5 x table to support learning of times tables in KS1 and KS2. Cards include a range of visual representations to support effective learning of multiplication tables, Representations used match those used by the White Rose schemes of learning, including arrays, dienes and place value counters alongside words, numerals and the multiplication itself. Other times table snap cards can be found here: 2 x table: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-snap-cards-2-x-table-pack-12075132 10 x table: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-snap-cards-10-x-table-pack-12075710 Colour coding and array representations can also be found in other LearnDB multiplication resources such as the Times Table array cards and number line cards found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-array-cards-11802775 , https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-number-line-counting-stick-cards-11802920 & https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-array-cards-booster-pack-to-12-x-12-and-square-number-cards-11806358 Clear pictorial representations help children to develop understanding of concepts of multiplication and division and help them to move from the concrete stage of learning through to pictorial and then finally abstract. Children can use these snap cards alongside practical resources to further support understanding of multiplication and division. These cards can be used to support any multiplication work and activities involving multiplication or inverse. They can also be used to support understanding about the area of shapes (linking multiplication to squared units of measure).
Times Tables Snap cards - 2 x table pack
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Times Tables Snap cards - 2 x table pack

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Times tables snap cards for the 2 x table to support learning of times tables in KS1 and KS2. Cards include a range of visual representations to support effective learning of multiplication tables, Representations used match those used by the White Rose schemes of learning, including arrays, dienes and place value counters alongside words, numerals and the multiplication itself. Other times table snap cards can be found here: 5 x table: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-snap-cards-5-x-table-pack-12075151 10 x table: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-snap-cards-10-x-table-pack-12075710 Colour coding and array representations can also be found in other LearnDB multiplication resources such as the Times Table array cards and number line cards found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-array-cards-11802775 , https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-number-line-counting-stick-cards-11802920 & https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-array-cards-booster-pack-to-12-x-12-and-square-number-cards-11806358 Clear pictorial representations help children to develop understanding of concepts of multiplication and division and help them to move from the concrete stage of learning through to pictorial and then finally abstract. Children can use these snap cards alongside practical resources to further support understanding of multiplication and division. These cards can be used to support any multiplication work and activities involving multiplication or inverse. They can also be used to support understanding about the area of shapes (linking multiplication to squared units of measure).
Harry Potter - 'Sorting Hat' Reading Comprehension Lesson KS2
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Harry Potter - 'Sorting Hat' Reading Comprehension Lesson KS2

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Reading Comprehension Lesson pack based on the sorting hat scene (including poetry) from ‘Harry Potter and Philospher’s Stone’ (American - Sorceror’s Stone). The lesson pack includes a reading comprehension text (the sorting hat scene and ‘song’ - poem) and related questions, a simplified task, success criteria (and editable version), an editable sample lesson plan and SmartBoard slides, including support for unfamiliar vocabulary, a YouTube video link and extension questions* (*please note that the extension task requires access to further reading from the book). Leave a review for this resource and receive another paid resource for free. See the lesson pack for details.
Primary Maths resources and display mega bundle
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Primary Maths resources and display mega bundle

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Primary Maths resources and display mega bundle, ideal for number, place value, multiplication/division and problem solving/reasoning! Perfect for the start of the year. Save 64% compared to buying these resources separately. This bundle includes 14 resources to support your maths classroom: Times Tables number line / counting stick cards. Times tables array large display pack 1 (1,2,3,4,5,10 x tables). Times tables array large display pack 2 (6,7,8,9,11,12 x tables). Times tables array cards booster pack (to 12 x 12 and square number cards). Times tables array cards. Square numbers array large display pack - times tables. Place Value display resource. Number squares multipack. Multiplication Times-Tables Wheels Pack. Multiplication & Division Classroom Resource Pack. Maths Concept Reasoning Questions/Statements for display. Maths - Place Value resource pack. KS2 Talk for Maths Concepts, Reasoning & Problem Solving Pictures. KS1 Talk for Maths Concepts, Reasoning & Problem Solving Pictures.
Start of year worksheet & activities pack KS2
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Start of year worksheet & activities pack KS2

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Worksheets and activities for the start of the new school year. The pack includes activites/worksheets on: class rules/rights/responsibilities, summer holiday description, ‘This is me’ all about me sheet, postcards template, ‘Holiday’ acrostic poem template, ‘School changes’ sheet , film review template, book review template. SPECIAL OFFER - GET ANOTHER RESOURCE FOR FREE BY LEAVING A REVIEW: STEP 1: Leave a review for this resource on TES. STEP 2: Email us at: learndbresources@gmail.com , saying which resource you’d like to get for FREE! STEP 3: We’ll email you any single paid resource from our shop for FREE!
Animal Music Notation Rhythm Cards Bundle for EYFS & KS1
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Animal Music Notation Rhythm Cards Bundle for EYFS & KS1

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These Music Rhythm Cards are to enable children develop early rhythm skills and recognition of musical notation. Rhythms are presented in a child friendly format with colourful animal pictures to support understanding of note length. Also included is a PowerPoint Presentation for teachers, including all rhythm cards and additional notes and guidance to support teaching. The card pack includes a wide range of rhythm cards as well as individual note cards to allow children to compose their own rhythms. This bundle includes both full sets of rhythm cards.
KS2 Maths Investigations Bundle World Cup & Chinese New Year
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KS2 Maths Investigations Bundle World Cup & Chinese New Year

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2 packs of KS2 Maths Investigations - one set includes 5 investigations around a ‘Chinese New Year’ theme (Could also be used as part of a topic on China), the other set includes 5 investigations with a World Cup theme (football). These investigations allow children to explore possibilities, work systematically, find patterns, predict results and analyse outcomes. Children will be able to show their reasoning and problem solving skills through a range of interesting activities. Every investigation also includes a challenge activity to extend higher attaining children. An answers document is also included to support teaching. Leave a review for this resource and get a FREE resource with three easy steps: STEP 1: Leave a review for this resource on TES. STEP 2: Email us at: learndbresources@gmail.com , saying which resource you’d like to get for FREE! STEP 3: We’ll email you any single paid resource from our shop for FREE!
World Cup Football Maths Investigations KS2
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World Cup Football Maths Investigations KS2

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5 KS2 Maths investigations with a World Cup theme (football). These investigations allow children to explore possibilities, work systematically, find patterns, predict results and analyse outcomes. Children will be able to show their reasoning and problem solving skills through a range of interesting activities. Every investigation also includes a challenge activity to extend higher attaining children. An answers document is also included to support teaching. Leave a review for this resource and get a FREE resource with three easy steps: STEP 1: Leave a review for this resource on TES. STEP 2: Email us at: learndbresources@gmail.com , saying which resource you’d like to get for FREE! STEP 3: We’ll email you any single paid resource from our shop for FREE!
Year 3 & 4 Area Pack - counting squares, calculating area of rectangles, problem solving & reasoning
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Year 3 & 4 Area Pack - counting squares, calculating area of rectangles, problem solving & reasoning

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Year 3 & 4 Area Pack includes 3 x worksheets including counting cm square areas (and half squares), working out the missing areas of part rectangles and calculating the area of rectangles (and triangles for extension). The pack also includes 3 x area reasoning challenges which will allow children to demonstrate depth of understanding and mastery of concepts in area. There is also an area investigation (finding all the possibilities) and an area homework sheet included. Can be used with other year groups depending on learning needs. Can be used to supplement existing planning or schemes including White Rose Maths ( WRMaths ) Please leave a review for this resource -then contact me via the TES Community Conversation Page and I’ll email you any single paid resource from my shop for FREE.
Animal Music Notation Rhythm Cards EYFS & KS1 Quavers & Semibreves Pack
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Animal Music Notation Rhythm Cards EYFS & KS1 Quavers & Semibreves Pack

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These Music Rhythm Cards are to enable children develop early rhythm skills and recognition of musical notation. Rhythms are presented in a child friendly format with colourful animal pictures to support understanding of note length. Also included is a PowerPoint Presentation for teachers, including all rhythm cards and additional notes and guidance to support teaching. The card pack includes a wide range of rhythm cards as well as individual note cards to allow children to compose their own rhythms. This second pack includes extension into quaver and semibreves. The original notation rhythm cards to accompany this pack can be found here: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/animal-music-notation-rhythm-cards-eyfs-and-ks1-11822864
Editable Maths Curriculum Policy
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Editable Maths Curriculum Policy

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An editable and comprehensive maths policy for use by music subject leaders/senior leaders in primary schools. Recommended sections to edit are highlighted with hints for any edits that are needed to personalise the policy. Please leave a review for this resource -then contact me via the TES Community Conversation Page and I’ll email you any single paid resource from my shop for FREE.
Multiplication Times-Tables Wheels Pack
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Multiplication Times-Tables Wheels Pack

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The ‘Multiplication Times-Tables Wheels Pack’ includes colourful multiplcation wheels for all 12 x tables (4 per page for printing) and blank wheels for children to make their own. The wheels are colour coded to match all other multiplication resources from my shop. Other multiplication resources: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/multiplication-and-division-classroom-resource-pack-11822767 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-multiplication-assessment-pack-11807575 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-array-cards-11802775 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-array-cards-booster-pack-to-12-x-12-and-square-number-cards-11806358 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/times-tables-number-line-counting-stick-cards-11802920 Please leave a review for this resource -then contact me via the TES Community Conversation Page and I’ll email you any single paid resource from my shop for FREE.
Talk for Maths Reasoning and Problem Solving Pictures Bundle
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Talk for Maths Reasoning and Problem Solving Pictures Bundle

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This great value bundle includes 50xKS1 & 50xKS2 inspiring pictures to support and encourage concepts, reasoning & problem solving skills in mathematics. Questioning guidance documents are also included to support teachers in encouraging reasoning and problem solving within the classroom with these pictures. Different strategies to support reasoning are given with explanations and examples to encourage children to extend their problem solving and explanation skills. Also included is a display pack of key questions and statements to encourage mathematical reasoning and problem solving in the classroom as well as a number squares multipack to support reasoning in number work including: -99 to 0 (to support negative numbers), Roman Numerals 1-100, 1-100, 101-200, 201-300, 301-400, 401-500, 501-600, 601-700, 701-800, 801-900, 901-1000, Non-standard layout number grids to support x-table patterns (2 wide, 3 wide, 4 wide, 5 wide, 6 wide, 7 wide, 8 wide and 9 wide). Over 40% saving compared to buying these resources separately.