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Hi I am an ex Primary School Head Teacher who is passionate about making attractive, tried and tested, time-saving resources for teachers. I have over 25 years teaching experience and all of these resources have been tested in 'the field'. Please take the time to have a look - they are all sensibly priced, Having had over 500,000 views and over 380,000 downloads as 'free' resources, all of these resources have been updated and are now on sale. There also many new resources on my site.

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Hi I am an ex Primary School Head Teacher who is passionate about making attractive, tried and tested, time-saving resources for teachers. I have over 25 years teaching experience and all of these resources have been tested in 'the field'. Please take the time to have a look - they are all sensibly priced, Having had over 500,000 views and over 380,000 downloads as 'free' resources, all of these resources have been updated and are now on sale. There also many new resources on my site.
Number Sequences, 4 levels of challenge - with answers. (Set 2). Suitable for Years 3-7
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Number Sequences, 4 levels of challenge - with answers. (Set 2). Suitable for Years 3-7

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Contained in this resource are 4 more pages of number sequences. These worksheets have been differentiated 4 ways and all the answers have been calculated for you. These are 'ready-to-go' resources and simply need downloading, printing out and distributing! Some of these sequences are extremely challenging and many include decimals and negative numbers. This is the second of two sets of worksheets on number sequences. Check out my other maths resources including a large number of pre-prepared maths loop games and angle worksheets, fraction, percentage and ratio and proportion word problems, and year 6 new style 'SAT type' arithmetic papers.
Maths loop games (Year 1 & 2) 1 more, 1 less & pairs totaling 10, 20 & 100 - 2 complete games
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Maths loop games (Year 1 & 2) 1 more, 1 less & pairs totaling 10, 20 & 100 - 2 complete games

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Contained in this resource are two attractive maths loop games. These games are 'tried and tested' and are ideal as a superstar starter or perfect plenary. Game 1 – 1 more and 1 less. Game 2 – Pairs of numbers to 10, 20 & 100. Each game contains 32 separate number cards. You can use these games to assess your children on whether they know the following statements from the Year 1 & 2 Mathematics Programmes of Study; • Given a number, identify 1 more or 1 less. • Recall and use addition and subtraction facts to 20 fluently, and derive and use related facts to 100. These resources are 'ready-to-go' simply download, print off, cut up and laminate and let the fun begin. In my experience classes love the challenge of beating their best time on these games.
20 Cracking Maths Word Problems - 3 levels of challenge and answer sheets included
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20 Cracking Maths Word Problems - 3 levels of challenge and answer sheets included

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This resource contains three pages each with 20 great maths word problems suitable for children aged 6 to 12. There are three sets of 20 questions differentiated three ways. All the answers have been worked out for you, so this resource is a 'ready to go' resource - simply download, print off and distribute. This is the second in a series of maths word problems uploaded to this site. If you liked it please check out my other set entitled 20 great maths word problems - also differentiated three ways with all the answers included. If you have downloaded this resource please write a review, all feedback welcomed. Also check out my other resources search for 'rich4ruth' as an author. Thanks
Maths Loop Games - Finding percentages of amounts & negative numbers (2 complete games) Year 6
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Maths Loop Games - Finding percentages of amounts & negative numbers (2 complete games) Year 6

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Contained in this resource are two attractive maths loop games. These games are 'tried and tested' and are ideal as a fun maths starter or plenary. Game 1 – Finding percentages of amounts. Game 2 – Using negative numbers. You can use these games to assess your children on whether they know the following statements from the Year 6 Mathematics Programme of Study; • Solve problems involving calculating the percentages of amounts • use negative numbers in context, and calculate intervals across 0 These resources are 'ready-to-go' simply download, print off, cut up and laminate and let the fun begin. In my experience classes love the challenge of beating their best time on these games.
20 Subtraction 'Hole in the wall' sums - Differentiated 5 ways with Answers
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20 Subtraction 'Hole in the wall' sums - Differentiated 5 ways with Answers

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This resource contains 5 sets of 20 subtraction 'hole in the wall' or missing number questions. These have been differentiated 5 ways and all the answers have been worked out and are included in this 10 page document. Set 1 includes number sentences relating to numbers up to 50 Set 2 includes number sentences including numbers up to 100 Set 3 includes number sentences relating to numbers within the 100's up to 300 Set 4 includes questions relating to numbers up to 1,000 & Set 5 includes number sentences relating to numbers up to 10,000. If you have downloaded this resource, please take the time to review it and check out my other maths, English, Art & PE resources on this website. Follow me as an author...thanks. rich4ruth.
Plotting co-ordinates in 4 quadrants worksheet 2 & answers
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Plotting co-ordinates in 4 quadrants worksheet 2 & answers

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This resource contains a worksheet which assesses children's understanding of plotting co-ordinates in 4 quadrants. There are three separate questions with a handy answer sheet also provided. Check out my other Maths, Art, PE and Drama, English & History resources on this site. This is a tried and tested resource. Kind regards Rich
Set of 18 Times Tables Fun Grids ideal for homework
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Set of 18 Times Tables Fun Grids ideal for homework

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This resource contains 18 separate times tables grids. Each contains a number of separate tasks and they are ideal for weekly homework sheets or to be used in maths lessons as a quick starter. I have used these very effectively with my class in preparation for the times tables check that is coming very soon. There are 11 sheets related to each of the 2 -12 times tables followed by 7 further sheets relating to mixed times tables. There is space for working on each sheet. They contain multiplication and division ‘find the missing number’ or ‘hole in the wall’ questions, there is also a cut out of a times table grid and a triangle of blocks which asks the child to calculate products of previous numbers. I have used these sheets in class as a timed exercise once a week - and there is space on the sheet to record the time taken per child. If you like this resource - let me know and check out my other maths related resources on this site. Thanks
More addition 'Hole in the Wall' sums. Differentiated 3 ways & answers
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More addition 'Hole in the Wall' sums. Differentiated 3 ways & answers

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This resource contains three sets of 20 'Hole in the Wall' or missing number questions. These have been differentiated 3 ways and the second set includes questions with number to 500 as answers. The third set includes decimal numbers and will be challenging for your able pupils. All the answers have been worked out for you so this is a 'ready to go' resource. If you have downloaded this resource please take a moment to review it. Follow me and check out my other free and premium resources on my shop 'Rich4ruth'. Thanks
Angles in a triangle differentiated 4 ways with answers
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Angles in a triangle differentiated 4 ways with answers

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In this worksheet you are asked to calculate the missing angle in a triangle. This worksheet has been differentiated four ways and contains answer sheets too for all four ability levels. This is a tried and trusted resource and has been downloaded as a free resource over 110,000 times over the past 5 years and has received great reviews. It has been updated and now contains the answers too so it is a 'ready-to-go' resource saving you valuable time. Also check out my additional Angles in a triangle version 2.
Angles in a Triangle differentiated 4 ways with answers - version 2
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Angles in a Triangle differentiated 4 ways with answers - version 2

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Here's the second in the series of worksheets where children are asked to calculate the missing angles of a triangle. These worksheets are differentiated 4 ways and all contain the answers. The first set of 4 worksheets I produced a few years ago went on to have over 110,000 downloads as a free resource. This one is a little more challenging and suitable for children in years 4, 5, 6 and 7. This is a 'ready-to-go' resource and has everything you need - the hard work has been done for you...just download and print!
Who has kidnapped the elves? - Christmas themed maths 'whodunnit' with all answers.
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Who has kidnapped the elves? - Christmas themed maths 'whodunnit' with all answers.

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In the third of these series of Christmas themed maths ‘whodunnits’ your task is to whittle down the suspects from eight to one - to find out who has kidnapped the elves. The presents are not wrapped and santa is vexed as to who has kidnapped his elf helpers. Christmas just won’t happen without your help! This resource is guaranteed to keep your class amused for a whole hour as they solve the three taxing clues to discover who has scuppered Christmas. Maths includes calculating missing angles in a triangle, negative numbers and decimals. This resource comes with full answer sheets and is a tried and tested resource in the classroom. Suitable for children aged 6 to 12. If you like this resource, please check out my other Christmas themed ‘whodunnits’ - someone has stolen Rudolph’s Red Nose and Santa is missing. Thanks
Someone has stolen Christmas! - Christmas maths 'whodunnit' differentiated  2 ways with answers
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Someone has stolen Christmas! - Christmas maths 'whodunnit' differentiated 2 ways with answers

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Here is the second in the series of three maths ‘whodunnit’ mysteries. Someone has stolen Christmas and Santa wants it back! Could it be the fairy at the top of the tree? Could it be Rudolph or even Mrs Claus… Work out the clues to find out who the guilty party is… This resource has been updated and improved for 2018. This resource contains 3 separate worksheets which will help you narrow down the suspects and find the guilty party. This contains full instructions and will give your class a fantastic lesson. The problems are suitable for all ages in Key Stage 2 - and even suitable for HA children in Year 2 and centre around; Roman Numerals, Finding Percentages and knowing the 8 points of the compass and following directions. All answers are worked out for you! If you have downloaded this resource please take the time to review it…all views welcomed. If you like this resource, check out my ‘Who stole Rudolph’s Nose?’ maths ‘whodunnit’ and ‘Who has kidnapped the elves?’ maths ‘whodunnit’ too.
Someone has stolen Rudolph's Red Nose! - Christmas maths 'whodunnit' 2 levels of challenge & answers
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Someone has stolen Rudolph's Red Nose! - Christmas maths 'whodunnit' 2 levels of challenge & answers

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Contained in this resource is a maths ‘Whodunnit’ activity. This resource involves pupils in finding out which one of the other eight reindeers stole Rudolph’s Red Nose, by working out maths clues and eliminating the suspects. This activity will be guaranteed to give your children a great maths lesson and is suitable for children from Year 2 to year 7. All answer sheets are provided! This resource was popular last year and has been improved and updated for 2018. This activity could be collaborative or individual and is guaranteed good fun! This has been differentiated two ways and contains some much more challenging 3D shape, BODMAS type questions in the Higher Ability version. If you liked this resource there are another two available for download…'Who stole Christmas? ‘whodunnit’ and ‘Who kidnapped the elves?’ maths ‘whodunnit.’ If you’ve downloaded this resource please rate it and provide feedback - all views welcomed. Thanks
New Key Stage 2 (Year 6) Mathematics Arithmetic Practice Paper version 2 with answers
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New Key Stage 2 (Year 6) Mathematics Arithmetic Practice Paper version 2 with answers

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Since the dawn of the new National Curriculum Testing structure in 2016, there are only 4 ‘real’ Year 6 SAT mathematics arithmetic papers out there to test your children on. I’ve written this one and based it on the 2016- 2019 papers. This arithmetic paper is as authentic as it gets, and I’ve made sure the layout is very similar to the ‘real’ papers. This is a ‘ready-to-go’ resource and I’ve included the answers. So all the work is done for you! If you like this one - there’s another one on this site
Mayan Maths Worksheets, differentiated 3 ways with Answers & Teachers DIY Workbook
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Mayan Maths Worksheets, differentiated 3 ways with Answers & Teachers DIY Workbook

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Here are three maths worksheets using the Mayan Maths symbols (or Vegisimal Number System). These worksheets have been differentiated 3 ways and have all the answers already worked out for you. I have also included a teacher's DIY Mayan Maths sheet where you can cut and paste the symbols to create your own Mayan number problems for your class. These worksheets are suitable for years 3 - 6. If you have downloaded this resource - please take the time to write a review...all comments welcomed. Thanks
New Key Stage 2 (Year 6) Mathematics Arithmetic Practice Paper version 1 with answers
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New Key Stage 2 (Year 6) Mathematics Arithmetic Practice Paper version 1 with answers

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Since the dawn of the new National Curriculum Testing structure in 2016, there are only 4 ‘real’ Year 6 SAT mathematics arithmetic papers out there to test your children on. I’ve written this one and based it on the 2016 & 2019 papers. This arithmetic paper is as authentic as it gets, and I’ve made sure the layout is very similar to the ‘real’ papers. This is a ‘ready-to-go’ resource and I’ve included the answers. So all the work is done for you! If you like this one - there’s another one on this site.
Year 5 & 6 Maths Loop Games Bundle
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Year 5 & 6 Maths Loop Games Bundle

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This resource contains 6 separate fully tried and tested maths loop games. Each game has been attractively created and the subject matter is drawn from the Year 5 & 6 Maths Programme of Study. Each game contains at least 32 cards (some have more). If you have downloaded this resource please take the time to write a review and check out my other resources.
Year 3 & 4 Maths Loop Game Bundle
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Year 3 & 4 Maths Loop Game Bundle

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This resource contains 6 separate fully tried and tested maths loop games. Each game has been attractively created and the subject matter is drawn from the Year 3 & 4 Maths Programme of Study. Each game contains at least 32 cards (some have more). If you have downloaded this resource please take the time to write a review and check out my other resources.
Maths Multi Step Percentage Word Problems Bundle
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Maths Multi Step Percentage Word Problems Bundle

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This resource contains four separate sets of 12 percentage word problem questions that will challenge the most able mathematicians in years 4, 5, 6 & 7. Each worksheet comes with its own complete answer sheet and this is a tried and tested resource, these worksheets having been downloaded over 60,000 times and received great feedback as ‘free’ resources. These worksheets have been updated and are now all in one place.
Post SATS Maths Bundle
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Post SATS Maths Bundle

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This resource contains a whole host of fun, exciting and challenging maths exercises which will keep your Year 6 mathematicians on their toes Post SATS. All resources come with full answer sheets