Welcome to 'Little Mathematicians: Add It Up!' a 1:1 math class designed specifically for young learners aged 5-7. This engaging and interactive class focuses on teaching the fundamental concept of addition in a warm and supportive environment. Through a combination of clear modelling, built in fluency practice, hands-on activities, interactive games and personalised instruction, your child will develop a strong foundation in addition, setting them up for future of math success.

Topics taught: 

➕Introduction to Addition: Understanding what addition means

➕ Addition Symbols: Learning the plus (+) and equals (=) signs

➕ Adding Numbers 1-5: Basic addition with smaller numbers

➕ Adding Numbers 6-10: More advanced addition with larger numbers

➕ Addition Strategies: Using fingers, counting on and number lines

➕ Real Life Addition: Applying addition skills in everyday situations

➕ Word Problems: Solving addition word problems with pictures and stories

Taught by a qualified primary school teacher, my aim is to to meet your child’s unique needs and ensure they feel confident and supported throughout the learning process. I believe in making math fun and relatable, turning abstract concepts into tangible, understandable lessons. This is achieved using the concrete-pictorial- abstract process characteristic of the 'Math Mastery' approach. My teaching methods involve interactive instruction using visual aids, slide and video clips to explain concepts clearly; hands-on learning incorporating physical objects and manipulatives for practical understanding; engaging learners through storytelling and games and providing immediate, constructive feedback to tackle misconceptions.

Whilst each lesson will focus on a different skill linked to addition, the general format of the session remains the same and will include: 

👩🏻‍🏫 A Warm-Up Activity: Each session begins with a quick warm-up to engage your child and prepare them for learning.

👩🏻‍🏫 An Interactive Lesson: A focused, interactive lesson on the day’s topic using slides, video clips, and live demonstrations.
 
👩🏻‍🏫 Hands-On Activities: Practical activities using physical objects like toys and blocks to visualise addition.

👩🏻‍🏫 Fluency Practice: Regular practice of fundamental skills and concepts to reinforce learning and improve speed whilst mantaining accuracy. 

👩🏻‍🏫Games and Challenges: Fun math games and challenges to reinforce the lesson and keep your child engaged.
    
👩🏻‍🏫Practice and Review: Guided practice problems and review to solidify understanding.
    

🧑‍💻 Interaction is at the heart of Little Mathematicians. Learners will have plenty of opportunities to engage with the teacher through:

1. Live Demonstrations: Where I explain and work through problems step-by-step.
2. Interactive Discussions: Engaging your child in conversation about the concepts being taught.
3. Hands-On Activities: Guiding your child through practical exercises.
4. Games and Challenges: Playing educational games together to reinforce learning.
5. Immediate Feedback: Providing real-time feedback and encouragement during practice activities.

By the end of this course, your child will have a solid understanding of addition and the confidence to tackle more advanced math concepts in the future.