Cambridge Mental Maths – Grade 1 | Cambridge University Press

The Cambridge Mental Maths series has been carefully developed by Cambridge University Press to provide engaging, structured mental mathematics practice throughout the year. Fully aligned with the CAPS (Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement), this Grade 1 workbook is the perfect desk companion to build mathematical confidence and fluency from the very first year of formal schooling.

What the Workbook Includes

• Year-round mental maths activities — carefully sequenced activities designed to stimulate interest and build mental maths skills progressively throughout the year
• A variety of mental strategies — activities that develop multiple approaches to solving problems, helping learners discover the many ways to arrive at a correct answer
• Discussion-based learning — activities that promote discussion amongst learners, encouraging collaborative thinking and deeper understanding
• Calculation and problem-solving strategies — empowering learners to recall mathematical facts and concepts with confidence
• Homework and revision support — a useful homework book for further practice and revision beyond the classroom

Benefits for Learners

• Genuine understanding — activities are designed to encourage actual understanding, not just memorization
• Greater confidence — regular mental maths practice builds learners' confidence, knowledge, skills, and understanding
• Strong mathematical foundation — Grade 1 is the starting point; this workbook ensures learners develop solid mental maths habits from the very beginning
• Critical thinking — learners are encouraged to think flexibly and creatively about numbers and mathematical problems
• Love of maths — engaging, age-appropriate activities make mental maths enjoyable and rewarding

Benefits for Teachers

• Assess learners' existing knowledge quickly and effectively
• Introduce new concepts in an accessible, structured way
• Track the skills learners have developed over time

Mental maths is a life skill — and this workbook gives every Grade 1 learner the tools to develop speed, accuracy, and confidence in mathematics from day one.

Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 9781316611319