Mitchell's Learning Journey

  • Mitchell uses concrete materials to solve maths problems

    Mitchell uses concrete materials to solve maths problems
    To solve basic multiplication problems, Mitchell uses bead frames and counters to help him count collections and make groups.
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    Mitchell's Learning Journey

  • Mitchell starts skip counting

    Mitchell starts skip counting
    Mitchell begins recognising how to skip count by familiar number patterns eg: 2s, 5s and 10s.
  • Mitchell begins recognising strategies

    Mitchell begins recognising strategies
    We work on building his knowledge of doubles, build to ten, known facts and so forth.
  • Mitchell begins using strategies to count groups

    Mitchell begins using strategies to count groups
    Mitchell uses skip counting, number facts, building to ten etc to work out difficult sums.
  • Mitchell is introduced to arrays.

    Mitchell is introduced to arrays.
    Mitchell builds up his understanding of multiplicative thinking