Math Resources

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NUMBER RECOGNITION

Numbers Slide & Learn Interactive Flash Cards (Hinkler Books) $5 EC This is a very educational and fun set of 15 chunky, double-sided flash cards with slide panels. Each card cleverly slides apart to reveal the answer on each side and they come in a sturdy flip-top box. Builds numeracy and promotes numerical activities, ideal for playing numbers games and contains varied number patterns. Instructions and tips included. 3 – 6 years. http://www.kidshop.co.kr/product/goods_view.asp?no=20786&gotopage=1&category_large=%BF%B5%BE%EE%B5%B5%BC%AD&category_middle=%BF%B5%2E%C0%AF%C4%A1%BF%F8+%BF%B5%BE%EE+%B1%B3%C0%E7&category_small=Flash+Cards

Wooden Numerals Tray Puzzle $3 GC Colourful, large pieces for little fingers to grasp. 11 pieces. http://www.nappyshoppe.com/store/images/seeinsidenumberspeg.jpg (Similar)

Wooden Numbers & Patterns Puzzle (Small World Toys) $4 EC Contains numerals 0-9 and plus, minus and equals symbols. Match the numbers according to shape, pattern and number of items in the hole in the tray. A lovely and high quality resource! 13 pieces. http://www.wonderbrains.com/images/products/a/alphapatterns-puzzle_1.jpg (Similar)

Round Number Floor Puzzle $4 VGC 13 large pieces teaching number recognition up to 12 with large, brightly coloured pieces forming a circular puzzle. Large, sturdy, easy-to-handle and self-correcting pieces. 58.5cm diameter. http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cqEi7J9chiA/TgpQa7eL48I/AAAAAAAAAcI/X6u3WgAt2LI/s1600/Round+Floor+Mat3.jpg (Similar)

Write And Wipe Numbers Kit (New Burlington Books) $4 VGC Children get a great start in counting with this fun book specifically designed for preschoolers. Packed with activities to reinforce early learning, this 26-page book encourages reading, writing, and counting. Handy arrows guide children in forming numbers. The stencils, flashcards, colouring activities, dot-to-dots, and games guarantee that children will have fun and stay engaged. Once finished, wipe the pages clean and start all over again for hours of mess-free fun and learning. 4-7 YO http://www.amazon.com/Numbers-My-First-Write-Wipe/dp/1571457232#reader

DK Games “My First Number Pairs” $6 VGC A preschool number recognition game. At last Dorling Kindersley quality is available in a new group of games designed for the younger set. Full-color photos and bold graphics plus traditional and original, specially created games make these the playthings children will return to again and again. 4-7 YO http://www.amazon.com/DK-Games-First-Number-Pairs/dp/0789454696#reader

Usborne The First Book Of Numbers (Stephen Cartwright) $3 HB VGC Full of stories about numbers, it doesn't only help in learning about numbers, dividing, multiplying, fractions etc, but also has some fun facts about numbers. Fantastic format and illustrations by the beloved ‘Farmyard Tales’ illustrator. 5-9 YO http://bks9.books.google.com/books?id=oDMDQJVm5TUC&printsec=frontcover&img=1&zoom=1

My Big Book Of Numbers (Karen Wane) $6 HB EC Maths puzzles, games and activities exploring mathematical processes, number concepts and fractions are a highlight of this lovely book. Bright illustrations and simple, clear text ensure fun and effective learning for children. 5-8 YO http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/images/1858543177/ref=dp_image_text_0?ie=UTF8&n=283155&s=books

DK My Very First Number Book (Angela Wilkes) $5 HB VGC A bright and colourful introduction to the world of numbers for young children. Packed with photographs of children, animals, and everyday objects, each page is designed to make very first learning experiences fun. Counting games and puzzles encourage children to learn through play. Open-ended questions help children work out basic mathematical concepts. A lovely book! 3-7 YO http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/images/B000F3T4MW/ref=dp_image_text_0?ie=UTF8&n=283155&s=books

Usborne First Numbers (Jo Litchfield) $6 HB VGC Basic numeracy skills are presented in a variety of ways in this book, starting with counting to ten, and progressing to addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. The subject is introduced to young children using miniature model creations. Gorgeous illustrations and layout! 5-9 YO http://www.fishpond.com.au/Books/Usborne-First-Numbers-Felicity-Brooks-Jo-Litchfield-Illustrated-by/9780746041871

Usborne First Book of Numbers (Angela Wilkes) $5 HB GC Introduces first concepts of numbers and early math skills. Number puzzles and tricks reinforce and extend children's understanding of basic number concepts. Delightfully illustrated by Stephen Cartwright. 4-8 YO http://www.carebooksandmore.com/images/usborne-first-book-of-numbers.jpg

Heinemann First Library “Numbers” (Peter Patilla) $2 HB EC (Ex lib) Introduces basic number concepts, including numerals, digits, number order, addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, odd numbers, and even numbers. 5-8 YO http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41hH7VgnnvL._SL500_AA300_.jpg

Usborne Playtime “Fun With Numbers” (Ray Gibson) $3 PB EC Full of easy activities which involve counting, adding, subtracting and sharing. All the activities are specially designed to help young children gain an understanding of numbers. Quick and easy ideas give great results and boost children's confidence. 4-7 YO http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61NX1DSDRCL._BO2,204,203,200_PIsitb-sticker-arrow-click,TopRight,35,-76_AA300_SH20_OU02_.jpg

DK Australia “Maths Made Easy Preschool Workbook 1” (Su Hurrell) $3 PB VGC (First 4 pages lightly pencilled in and erased.) Simple math concepts are introduced to ages four-six in this workbook developed by educational advisors to conform to the standards of Australian educational curricula. The workbook is designed to cover the entire range of preschool math learning, and contains a completion certificate, gold-star stickers, and a progress chart. Includes notes for parents with extra teaching ideas. 4-5 YO http://isbn.abebooks.com/mz/md/02/78/md0789457202.jpg

Write & Wipe Learning “Numbers Workbook” (Julie Haydon) $2 PB EC An inviting, easy format will encourage your child to count and write numbers one through to twenty. While your child is having fun, he or she will also be learning to recognise basic shapes and simple groups of objects. Gorgeous layout and illustrations! 5-7 YO http://www.english-bookshop.com/shop/index.php?action=showdetails&from=list&pageNr=4&productId=44880e09a91c3&sid=robot

Ladybird Wipe Clean “First Numbers” $2 PB EC From Ladybird's Learning at Home range, designed for preschool children who are learning to write. The titles in this series are designed to help develop counting and writing skills in pre-school aged children. Each book includes easy to follow structured exercises and wipe clean pages to allow essential practice again and again. 4-6 YO http://www.alibris.com/search/books/qwork/-72143273/used/First%20Numbers%20%28Wipe%20Clean%29

COUNTING

Galt Fun to Count Kit $6 VGC A fun introduction to numbers and counting using illustrated activity cards and colourful vinyl numbers and shapes. Will provide a sound foundation for school mathematics. Includes: 48 assorted vinyl numbers and shapes, 16 double sided activity cards, reusable writing card, wipe off pen with finger grip, 4 colouring pencils and guide. 3-5 YO http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/richmedia/images/cover.gif

Antique Teddy Bears Wooden Counting Tray Puzzle $2 GC (One piece repaired) High quality 30 piece timber puzzle featuring antique bears counting to 12. Very cute!

DK The Lifesize Animal Counting Book (Djinn von Noorden) $5 HB EC This counting book has actual-size photographs of everything from kittens to guinea pigs and butterflies. Simple numbers from one to 10, 20, and 100 are shown as numbers, words and pictures, giving preschoolers an opportunity to recognize and name all three. The book has a gorilla, cats, puppies, owls, kittens, rabbits, ducks and creepy crawlies, all in the glorious signature DK style. Recommended! 3-6 YO http://www.biblio.com/books/282006119.html

Anno’s Counting Book (Mitsumasa Anno) $2 PB GC On the first page all we see is a barren winter landscape--a hazy, blue sky above a hazy, white hill. Nothing to count here. But wait, this is zero! On the next page the scene brightens: one tree, one bird, one house. Turn the page again and the snow has started to melt--we find two buildings, two trucks, two trees, two children, two dogs, and two adults. Suddenly there is almost more than we can count on each page! The objects in the beautiful watercolor pictures correspond with each consecutive number, and in addition (so to speak), the number of items on the page increases exponentially. http://www.amazon.com/Annos-Counting-Book-Mitsumasa-Anno/dp/0064431231

Shirley Barber’s Count With Me! $3 HB VGC There are 3 bunnies hanging out the washing. But can you see 3 of anything else? Children will spend hours counting blocks, beads, bricks, buttons, bears and much else in this beautiful picture book. And they'll learn about the concept of counting along the way. Recommended! 3-6 YO http://www.shirleybarbers.com/CountWithMe.php

LETTS Pre-School Skills “Counting Book 1” $2 PB EC (A few pages were done in pencil, but I have erased and looks like new) This is a bright and gorgeous workbook with lots of colourful activities on learning to count, notes for parents, ideas for further family activities and info on pre-school education and child development. Recommended. Ages 3-5. http://www.danesh.com.pk/images/pub/Letts_Couting_Ages_3-46.jpg

ELEMENTARY MATH

DK Puzzle Sums Game $6 EC Who ever though math could be a blast? With Puzzle Sums your child will spend hours of fun matching puzzle pieces and creating simple mathematical equations. Specially shaped jigsaw pieces encourage children to seek out the correct answers and help to develop their essential basic math skills. 5-8 YO http://www.dorlingkindersley-uk.co.uk/static/covers/all/5/8/9780751374285H.jpg

Colours, Shapes & More Flash Cards $2 VGC A convenient way to learn and practise basic skills. Pack of 56 full-colour cards are two-sided and measure 162mm x 85mm. A parent card provides additional activities and usage tips. 4-6 YO https://www.dominie.com.au/attachments/Product/50332/SZA-006.jpg?ts=1299255013

Link ‘N’ Learn Elementary Math Game (Creative Education Aids) $3 GC (Three missing beads replaced with non-original beads. Activities not at all affected.) Thirty five durable plastic numbers and signs that fit together along with beads and activity cards. Ensures concrete learning of mathematical concepts.

Write And Wipe “Maths Learning Cards Fun Pack” $5 VGC New A fun new twist on flash cards! We all know that teaching with cards is a great way to get kids excited about learning. Now you can use cards to teach addition, subtraction, division and multiplication. This innovative new 'learning cards' allow your child to write the answers directly on the card with the included erasable marker. Learning is made more fun and more effective with this new system. 4 packs of cards with pen. http://www.yourbabycanread.com.au/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/Maths_Learning_C_4cce80e0e7710.jpg

Numberland “Lift-The-Flap First Maths” (Jim Hodgson) $4 HB EC Based on Jim Hodgson's loveable Numberland characters, the book covers basic addition, multiplication, subtraction and division skills, as well as concentrating on other areas such as money skills, shapes and patterns. The answers to the exercises are cleverly hidden behind flaps throughout the book and these, coupled with Jim's delightful illustrations, ensure that children will enjoy learning and fain vital skills from an early age. 6-9 YO http://www.angolkonyvek.com/product_info.php/konyv/Lift-the-Flap%20Maths/cPath/34_38_43/products_id/11564

Usborne First Book of Maths (Annabel Thomas) $3 PB VGC A combined volume of 'Multiplying and Dividing' and 'Weighing and Measuring'. A group of friendly monsters demonstrate the basic facts and there are lots of projects and puzzles to encourage the reader. Gorgeous Usborne layout with bright, busy illustrations! 6-10 YO http://angolkonyvek.com/images/watermark.php?src=first%20book%20of%20maths_2.JPG

Pull The Tab And Learn “Simple Maths Book” (Robyn Latimer) $2 HB VGC Contains an illustrated counting story with pull tabs to reveal the answers to the sums relating to the story on each page. Great fun! 6-10 YO

DK The Amazing Book Of Shapes: Explore Math Through Shapes And Patterns (Lydia Sharman) $5 HB VGC Complicated math terms and concepts become understandable through this attractive book. Beginning with common two-and three-dimensional shapes (circles, spheres, cylinders, squares, cubes, etc.), Sharman progresses through stars and polygons, different types of symmetry, patterns and grids, and tessellations and fractals. Cutting out origami flowers, printing patterns, and putting together tile designs are a few of the carefully explained activities. Sharman guides readers in copying examples, and then encourages independent exploration. Crisp, colorful photographs make the material inviting and easy to understand. 6-11 YO http://www.amazon.com/Amazing-Book-Shapes-Lydia-Sharman/dp/156458514X

My Very First Look At Sizes $1 HB FC (Ex lib, repaired pages) Generously sized book will be sure to please! Colorful photographs of everyday objects introduce basic concepts, while simple questions encourage youngsters to talk, point, and learn. 3-6 YO http://www.amazon.com/Very-First-Sizes-Board-Books/dp/1587285649

TELLING THE TIME

Wooden Tell-The-Time Puzzle $2 EC High quality puzzle with clock face with central moveable hands to increase the learning value of this essential homeschool resource. 12 pieces. 3+ http://www.babyvegas.com.au/bmz_cache/4/49909bd3c6cc6e7fbac72638c8140710.image.150x124.jpg

Early Education Workshop “Time Learning Kit” $3 VGC Makes learning to tell the time is simple with this attractive 10cm tall clock and time flash cards. Includes parents guidelines sheet. 5+

Creative Education Aids “Fun With Time” $4 GC An exciting matching game! Children learn the concept of time with this simple puzzle game. Learn to order and sequence different events, read and understand the number symbols and correlate times of day with activities. Contains 24 large and sturdy pieces. Comes with a detailed activity guide. 5-10 YO http://www.edesteem.com.au/item/Fun-With-Time-Game/1242/c213m60

DK My First Book Of Time (Claire Llewellyn) $6 HB GC A lovely book that puts telling time where it belongs: into the context of understanding time. Chapters on the passage of seasons, growing, and measuring time provide background, context, and meaning. A variety of effective visual aids such as timelines, photos documenting the development of a duck from hatching to eight weeks of age, and inviting descriptions of hands-on time-measuring games recognize that different readers respond to different approaches. Chapters dealing with the history of time-measuring and the various types of clocks add interest. A few more complicated concepts are offered as a challenge for kids past the novice stage. The book ends with a fold-out clock with sturdy plastic hands that can be manipulated, letting readers wrap up their experience with direct involvement. 6-10 YO http://www.amazon.com/My-First-Book-Time-Games/dp/1879431785

A Tell-The-Time Story Book “Just In Time” (Kathryn Cave) $3 HB VGC Verses and illustrations unfold the story of an hour in a small boy's life one hectic Monday morning, as he gets ready for school. This is a tell-the-time story showing both traditional and digital clock faces, and including a page of activities. 5-9 YO http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/images/0711205205/ref=dp_image_text_0?ie=UTF8&n=266239&s=books

I Can Tell The Time (Howard Rees) $2 PB VGC A tell-the-time storybook featuring Aussie animals. Time is displayed in clock faces and digital read-outs as well as being written to show how the times are expressed in speech. 5-9 YO http://www.nannysweb.com.au/ima/book_covers_jpg/8115.jpg

MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH

Mathsmaster 7+ Kit (Ron van der Meer) $6 PB VGC A great book full of interactive games designed to help children learn math! There are lift-the-flaps, pull tabs, turning wheels and wipe clean activity boards. Underwater friends help children learn about big numbers, adding and subtracting, times tables, time and distance, division, bar charts, symmetry and Venn diagrams. Includes a Stay Sharp revision booklet and a Mini Dictionary explaining new words. 7+ http://images.jacketflap.com/coverslarge/9783829025126r749.jpeg

Kid’s Maths Quest CD-ROM (Eureka Multimedia) $4 VGC An action-packed and highly interactive 3D adventure game, teaching and testing children aged 8-14 years essential maths skills in a fun and entertaining way. The Quest begins as you are assigned to infiltrate one of Earth's interplanetary outpost overrun by the 'Slymoids'. Learn and utilise essential mathematical techniques to unlock security panels, decode scrambled words and letters along the way. Engage robots, androids and the dreaded 'Slymoids' as you attempt to complete your final objective of securing Earth's outpost. Topics Covered: Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, analogies, percentages, decimals, thinking skills, shapes, edges and faces, nets, logic problems, measurement problems, visual problems, counting, mirrors and rotation of shapes, calculation problems. Includes over 35 printable pages of questions and answers! http://www.aussiekidssoftware.com.au/p/501017/eureka-kids-maths-quest.html

DK ~~I Hate~~ I Love Maths! CD-ROM $6 GC (Minor scratches not affecting play) Explore the ancient civilisations of Greece, Atlantis, Egypt and the Aztecs, all while building and reinforcing essential math skills through fun and challenging games. Two children named Gretchen and Wilbur have travelled back in time and are causing trouble. By using their knowledge of math, your children can reinforce what they've learned in school and foil the dastardly duo's plot to terrorise the ancient world. 7-11 YO http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/5168HEZG60L._SL500_AA300_.jpg

Promaths Elementary Mathematics Module D Home Tutoring Kit (V. King) $5 VGC Contains 6 cassettes + 2 books (Task book and Control/Answer/ Parent's Guide book). 10+ Books & cassettes cover:

1. Place Value

2. Addition

3. Subtraction

4. Multiplication

5. Division

6. Fractions

7. Number Sentences

8. Decimal Fractions

9. Percentages

10. Geometry I – Points, Lines, Angles and Surfaces

11. Geometry II – Open and Closed Figures

12. Volume

DK Number Quest Game $10 VGC The players take turns creating a whole number from 1 to 100, using the numbers on four thrown dice. For example: (6 + 4) x (3 + 1 ) = 40 The player may multiply, divide, add, or subtract the numbers in any combination. There are fun challenges within the game for placing counters in strategic positions. This game can be modified to be played by teams or young players. Any age practically! http://www.boardgamegeek.com/image/61675/number-quest

Math War Multiplication Game Cards (School Zone) $5 VGC Math war is an exciting way for children to learn their multiplication table while having fun. Players take turns laying down cards and giving the answer to the problem on their card. 7-11 YO http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/richmedia/images/cover.gif

Math Puzzles: Multiplication and Division (Creatives) $7 EC (New) A set of three 25 piece puzzles which, if all the multiplication and division numbers and number sentences are matched correctly, will create a colourful picture for every puzzle. Contents: three play boards, three 25 pieces puzzles and one die. Each player gets one play board and a matching puzzle. Pieces are placed picture side down and the first player to roll a 3 starts the game. Take turns rolling the dice. The number you roll will tell you how many puzzle pieces you may put on the board, Solve the number or number sentence on your puzzle piece and put your puzzle piece on the answer with the picture side up. The first player to put all of his/her puzzle pieces on the play board correctly wins the game. 7-11 YO http://elite-toys.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.pbv.v1.tpl&product_id=187&category_id=13&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=16

Bear’s Playschool “Weighing” (Andy Cooke) $4 HB VGC A lovely kit for the young child containing a storybook featuring Bear, an interactive workbook and a set of scales. The book encourages children to ask and answer questions for themselves, and the progressive learning structure builds and develops skills. 6-9 YO http://cc.pbsstatic.com/l/05/9705/9781850769705.jpg

Adventures in Numeracy “The Number Team to the Rescue” (Sally Hewitt) $4 PB EC (Ex lib) The Number Team are on a rescue mission to reach two monkeys trapped on a mountain. A beautifully illustrated book that uses this story, with associated questions and activities, to introduce a variety of mathematical concepts such as recording data, ordinal numbers, timing, number patterns, measuring, fractions, number bonds and volume and capacity. Includes notes for parents and teachers. 8+ http://www.amazon.co.uk/Number-Rescue-including-Capacity-Fractions/dp/1841382361

Maths Plus for Queensland with CD-ROM Level 3 Book 4 (Harry O’Brien) $6 PB NEW (RRP $19.95) Activities develop mathematical thinking and build knowledge and understanding of essential mathematical concepts. Up to 16 investigations in each book allow students to apply their knowledge and skills through relevant and stimulating investigative activities. ‘My Investigation Review’ pages provide students with opportunities for self-assessment and reflection. http://bks2.books.google.com/books?id=diPxPgAACAAJ&printsec=frontcover&img=1&zoom=5&h=80

Maths Plus for Queensland with CD-ROM Year 5 Level 3 (Harry O’Brien) $6 PB NEW (RRP $19.95) Activities develop mathematical thinking and build knowledge and understanding of essential mathematical concepts. Up to 16 investigations in each book allow students to apply their knowledge and skills through relevant and stimulating investigative activities. ‘My Investigation Review’ pages provide students with opportunities for self-assessment and reflection. http://books.google.com/books/about/Maths_Plus_for_Queensland_5_Level_3.html?id=lPtKAAAACAAJ

Measuring Up “Size” (Peter Patilla) $4 HB VGC (RRP $27.95) Explores how we measure things and why we measure them the way we do. An entertaining combination of cartoon-style illustrations, photographs, and diagrams explains today's - and yesterday's - standard units of measurement. 8-12 YO http://cc.pbsstatic.com/l/34/1534/9781841381534.jpg

Made To Measure: Practical Measuring Experiences For 7-9 Year Olds (Marion Ireland) $4 PB VGC Consists of a set of blackline masters providing a simple and varied approach to practical measurement for your math studies. 7-10 YO

Rock ‘N Learn Addition Rap Kit $6 BRAND NEW (RRP $28.25) A great resource containing a variety of dynamic songs and an activity book that has reproducible puzzles, worksheets, and games for addition up to 18. High interest for learners of all abilities. 5-11 YO http://www.amazon.com/Addition-Rap-Book-Rock-Learn/dp/1878489097

The Parent And Child Programme “Adding And Subtracting” (Ruth Merttens) $2 PB EC Develop an understanding of number, size, and volume through investigative activities using objects and situations at home. Absolutely gorgeous full colour illustrations by Nick Sharratt and a pull-out games board! 5-8 YO http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41Obyc7SU4L._SL500_.jpg (Same format cover)

Golden Step Ahead Workbook “Beginning To Add” (Grades K-1) $2 PB EC Simple instructions and delightful graphics motivate your child to master the skills...and turn the page for more! http://acimg.auctivacommerce.com/imgdata/0/2/3/1/0/7/webimg/3770808.jpg (Cover format the same)

Gold Stars Learning “Starting To Add” (David Glover) $2 PB VGC (Two small items coloured in, large majority unused) The activities are just right for a preschooler and they really help to reinforce early numeracy skills. The gold stars are great as earning one is a real incentive to any reluctant child. 4-6 YO http://www.amazon.co.uk/Starting-Gold-Stars-Pre-school-Learning/dp/1405471441

Gold Stars “Adding And Taking Away” Ages 6-7 (Paul Broadbent) $3 PB EC Has been specially created to help develop early numeracy skills. The author, Paul Broadbent, is an expert and widely published author in the field of primary mathematics. Includes helpful guidelines for parents and the clearly designed pages and brightly coloured pictures make learning both easy and fun. The gold stars are great as earning one is a real incentive to any reluctant child. 6+ http://pixhost.info/avaxhome/2006-09-10/scan.jpg (Similar cover)

Golden Step Ahead Workbook “Addition & Subtraction 1” (G 1-2) $2 PB EC Simple instructions and delightful graphics motivate your child to master the skills...and turn the page for more! http://acimg.auctivacommerce.com/imgdata/0/2/3/1/0/7/webimg/3770808.jpg (Cover format the same)

Golden Step Ahead Workbook “Math 1” (G 1-2) $2 PB EC Simple instructions and delightful graphics motivate your child to master the skills...and turn the page for more! http://acimg.auctivacommerce.com/imgdata/0/2/3/1/0/7/webimg/3770808.jpg (Cover format the same)

Golden Step Ahead Workbook “Math 2” (G 2-3) $2 PB EC Simple instructions and delightful graphics motivate your child to master the skills...and turn the page for more! http://acimg.auctivacommerce.com/imgdata/0/2/3/1/0/7/webimg/3770808.jpg (Cover format the same)

Golden Step Ahead Workbook “Math Skillbuilders 3” $2 PB EC Simple instructions and delightful graphics motivate your child to master the skills...and turn the page for more! http://acimg.auctivacommerce.com/imgdata/0/2/3/1/0/7/webimg/3770808.jpg (Cover format the same)

Flip Fun Numbers “I Can Divide” (Gerry Price) $3 HB EC A great new way of learning math! Children mix and match pictures, complete the stories, and solve the sums. With this book, your child will quickly feel at home with division. 7-9 YO http://www.amazon.com/CAN-DIVIDE-Flip-Math-Book/dp/0553095676

Mathstart Level 3 “Divide And Ride” (Stuart J Murphy) $4 PB GC Scream down the Dare-Devil Coaster and whirl around in the Twin Spin cars! Join in the carnival fun as 11 friends divide up to fit on the 2-to-a-seat roller coaster and the 4-to-a-cup teacups ride. Making new friends and practicing pre-division skills have never been so exciting! The book is simply written but very clear, and concepts are explained in a number of ways. The cartoon illustrations capture the many characters' diverse activities. Suggestions are presented at the end for related activities, such as planning a picnic, dividing snacks, and measuring to make cookies. 6-9 YO http://www.amazon.com/Divide-Ride-MathStart-Stuart-Murphy/dp/0064467104#reader

Guides To Good Maths “Dividing” (Peter Patilla) $2 PB EC The aim of the books in this series is to involve children in exploring, investigating, and practising adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing in order to perfect their number skills. Fantastic illustrations and very engaging format! 6-10 YO http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51SXuzrZz3L._SL500_AA300_.jpg (Cover format the same)

Beginner’s Wipe Clean Division (Alligator Books) $2 PB EC Write your answers, then wipe clean and start again! Gives children an entertaining way to practise important math skills, starting with smaller numbers and building to larger ones. Answers can be written in crayon, felt pen or a washable marker pen. The answers can be easily erased with a clean dry cloth or tissue, so that each page can be practised again and again. 7-10 YO http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/images/1842392670/ref=dp_otherviews_4?ie=UTF8&s=kids&img=4

The Division Wipe-Off Book (Melissa Hartley – Scholastic) $2 PB EC This book makes it easy for children to learn the division tables. Learn, test with the answer cover flap and they are ready to test themselves. Answers are written and can be erased so the book can be used over and over again. 8+ http://www.amazon.com/Division-Wipe-Off-Book-Scholastic-Books/dp/0590420410

Year 3 Mental Arithmetic And Problem Solving (Bob Lewis) $2 PB EC A 40 week programme, each week contained on one page and consisting of 5 sets of 10 questions. The book is easy to use, with emphasis throughout on number facts and money. Each weekly programme contains at least one set of number facts and one set of problems; all sets are graded, the two last questions in each providing a challenge for more advanced pupils. Several 'fun' pages are included, with puzzles and a mathematical miscellany. A unique system of recording scores, giving teachers an overall view of each pupil's standard is included. 7-10 YO http://www.abacusbooks.co.nz/Content/Images/Books/9780582875234.jpg

Harcourt Brace Mathematics 2 (Bill Barry) $2 PB VGC Pupil's workbook covering number and numeration, arithmetic operations, measurement and geometry. Lovely, clear format with appealing illustrations. 6-10 YO http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/87/130565587_full.jpg (Same format cover)

Rigby Moving Into Maths Level 3 (Calvin Irons) $2 PB VGC Pupil's workbook covering number and numeration, arithmetic operations, measurement and geometry. Lovely, clear format with appealing illustrations. 6-10 YO http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41XzlCtxtlL._SL500_AA300_.jpg (Same format cover)

Targeting Maths Dictionary (Garda Turner) $2 PB EC This dictionary is an essential guide to the mathematical language and concepts used in Australian primary schools. Written with the young reader in mind, it provides clear and simple definitions. Filled with photos and diagrams, this colourful reference book will bring the language of mathematics to life for primary school students. Also included are many charts including symbols, abbreviations, shapes, prime numbers, Roman numerals and fraction and measurement conversion tables. 8+ http://cdn2.fishpond.co.nz/9781920728144-crop-325x325.jpg

Amazing Math Magic (Oliver Ho) $2 PB GC (Ex lib) This handbook offers dozens of ideas for math-oriented magicians who would like to amaze their friends. Actually, it's also a good resource for teachers who want to make math more fun for their students. Whatever the audience, this clearly written guide offers tips on patter and performing as well as clear directions for tricks with numbers, cards, coins, and shapes. Cartoon-like ink drawings contribute to the light tone that makes the math more accessible. 8+ http://www.amazon.com/Amazing-Math-Magic-Oliver-Ho/dp/0806960175#reader

Macdonald Starters Maths: Clothes Maths $1 PB VGC A simple reader introducing Math concepts to the very young. All activities relate to clothes. 5-8 YO http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41dptOkYUGL._SL500_AA300_.jpg (Same format cover)

Letts “Mysterious Maths” (Alison Head) $2 PB EC This is an attractive workbook designed to teach children core skills that will build confidence in topics including symbols, estimates, negatives, times tables, fractions, decimals, metric, area, time, symmetry and shapes. Includes plenty of practice activities, skill check tests and silver sticker awards when a section of work is accomplished successfully. 8-9 YO http://eb.tncdn.net/dyn/200/978/184/3151265.jpg

Queensland’s Maths Now Workbook 4 (Vanessa Dean) $3 PB EC Designed to make mathematics interesting and fun for children. Covers the topics of fractions, time, money, mass, probability, statistics, plane shapes, 3D objects, measurement and angles. 8-10 YO

TIMES TABLES

Sing and Learn Times Tables CD and Activity Book (Jane Sharkey & Don Spencer) $10 HB EC A write-and-wipe activity book, used in conjunction with a sing-along CD to teach, reinforce and practise the times tables in a stimulating and fun way. These activities can be used to assist students to develop and understanding of number patterns, number order, multiplication processes and number word recognition. We used this CD with our boys and they had their times tables nailed in no time at all! 8+ http://www.jlbooks.co.uk/shop/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/o/book-02563-f.jpg

Math-U-See Skipcount & Addition Facts Songbook $2 PB VGC Contains the words and music to the songs taught in Primer, Alpha and Beta levels. Helps the student learn the skip counting facts. 5-8 YO http://www.amazon.com/Skip-Count-Addition-Facts-Songbook/dp/B004O4OYPU

DK Times Tables! Multiplication Made Fun (Wendy Clemson) $3 HB EC A gorgeous interactive book that uses picture puzzles, number games, and other activities to provide practice for the multiplication tables from two through ten. Highly recommended! 7-10 YO http://www.amazon.com/Times-Tables-Wendy-Clemson/dp/0789404729

UPPER PRIMARY/LOWER SECONDARY

Year 6 Mental Arithmetic And Problem Solving (Bob Lewis) $2 PB VGC A 40 week programme, each week contained on one page and consisting of 5 sets of 10 questions. The book is easy to use, with emphasis throughout on number facts and money. Each weekly programme contains at least one set of number facts and one set of problems; all sets are graded, the two last questions in each providing a challenge for more advanced pupils. Several 'fun' pages are included, with puzzles and a mathematical miscellany. A unique system of recording scores, giving teachers an overall view of each pupil's standard is included. 10-12 YO http://cdn.sella.co.nz/images/thumb/7/5/2/6vh752-210x158.jpg

Usborne “Practise Your Calculator Skills” (Nigel Langdon) $3 PB EC This is a book of puzzles and number games to help practice calculator skills. All the answers with explanations are given in the back of the book 9+ http://www.vintage-technology.info/pages/calculators/books/book14.jpg

Mensa Maths Genius For Kids (John Bremner) $5 PB EC Any age. Playing games with numbers is one of the surest ways to develop a good understanding of mathematics. Contains a wide range of puzzles and games with lively explanations and presented in a clear, friendly style. Recommended! 10+ http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/images/1858686539/ref=dp_image_text_0?ie=UTF8&n=266239&s=books

Dr. Math Presents “More Geometry” (Jessica Wolk-Stanley) $4 PB EC (Ex lib) Are things starting to get tougher in geometry class? Don't panic. Dr. Math, the popular online math resource, is here to help you figure out even the trickiest of your geometry problems. Students have been turning to Dr. Math for years asking questions about math problems. You'll find the answers to dozens of real questions from students in a typical geometry class. You'll also find plenty of hints and shortcuts for using coordinate geometry, finding angle relationships, and working with circles. Pretty soon, everything from the Pythagorean theorem to logic and proofs will make more sense. Plus, you'll get plenty of tips for working with all kinds of real-life problems.
You won't find a better explanation of high school geometry anywhere! 12+ http://www.amazon.com/Dr-Math-Presents-More-Geometry/dp/0471225533

Kookaburra Maths 5 (Paul Nightingale) $3 PB EC Contains 32 units of work for a full school year. Each unit is presented over four pages and developed sequentially so learning can build on concepts and facts over a year. Presents Space, Measurement, Number, Chance and Data, Calculator, Patterns and Outdoor Activities, among others. Provides a wide range of practice, revision and follow-up activities. 10+ http://www.readinghabit.com.au/shop_image/product/EDUMAT13.JPG (Similar cover)

Queensland Signpost Mentals Book 6 (A. Parker) $3 PB EC Has 31 carefully-graded double-page units that cover all areas of mathematics. Features challenge corners, fun spots, four revision tests and a removable answer section. 10+ http://www.pearson.com.au/LinkedFiles/Free/9781442514157/NSMforQLD_SB4_Sampler.pdf

Queensland Signpost Maths 7 (A Parker) $5 PB EC (RRP $12.95) A fantastic primary mathematics series to challenge students while systematically building a set of strategies for mental and written calculation. A complete year’s work with coverage of all strands, graded questions, essential skills are explained, ID Cards review the language of mathematics, activities utilise real-life situations wherever possible, cartoons engage and motivate students and answers are provided for all questions. 10-12 YO http://www.pearson.com.au/LinkedFiles/Free/9781442514157/NSMforQLD_SB4_Sampler.pdf

Oz Educational Ausmath – Outcomes Edition Level 5 (Catherine Walker) $3 PB EC A complete student workbook for Grade 5/ 10 year olds covering numbers, chance and data, measurement, patterns and algebra and space arranged in 24 units – six per term. Tests for the four terms are included as well as a Mathematics Dictionary. Very attractive and colourful layout. 10+ http://www.edsco.com.au/spnet6/img/O/Z/1/7/0/OZ-17046.jpg

(Last update October, 2011)