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Addition & subtraction. Investigations. Factors and multiples. Mathematical reasoning & proof. Odd and even numbers. Visualising. Working systematically. Generalising. Making and proving conjectures. Properties of numbers.

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Primary Proof?

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Proof does have a place in Primary mathematics classrooms, we just need to be clear about what we mean by proof at this level.

Three Neighbours

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Look at three 'next door neighbours' amongst the counting numbers. Add them together. What do you notice?

Square Subtraction

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Look at what happens when you take a number, square it and subtract your answer. What kind of number do you get? Can you prove it?

Take Three Numbers

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What happens when you add three numbers together? Will your answer be odd or even? How do you know?

Magic Vs

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Can you put the numbers 1-5 in the V shape so that both 'arms' have the same total?

Tiling

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An investigation that gives you the opportunity to make and justify predictions.

Path to the Stars

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Is it possible to draw a 5-pointed star without taking your pencil off the paper? Is it possible to draw a 6-pointed star in the same way without taking your pen off?

Three Dice

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Investigate the sum of the numbers on the top and bottom faces of a line of three dice. What do you notice?

Take One Example

Stage: 1 and 2

This article introduces the idea of generic proof for younger children and illustrates how one example can offer a proof of a general result through unpacking its underlying structure.

Becky's Number Plumber

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Becky created a number plumber which multiplies by 5 and subtracts 4. What do you notice about the numbers that it produces? Can you explain your findings?

Dining Ducks

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Use the information about the ducks on a particular farm to find out which of the statements about them must be true.

Walking Round a Triangle

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This ladybird is taking a walk round a triangle. Can you see how much he has turned when he gets back to where he started?

Sheep Talk

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In sheep talk the only letters used are B and A. A sequence of words is formed by following certain rules. What do you notice when you count the letters in each word?

An Introduction to Magic Squares

Stage: 1, 2, 3 and 4

Find out about Magic Squares in this article written for students. Why are they magic?!

Become Maths Detectives

Stage: 2 Challenge Level:

Explore Alex's number plumber. What questions would you like to ask? Don't forget to keep visiting NRICH projects site for the latest developments and questions.

This article for teachers discusses examples of problems in which there is no obvious method but in which children can be encouraged to think deeply about the context and extend their ability to. . . .

Problem Solving, Using and Applying and Functional Mathematics

Stage: 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Challenge Level:

Problem solving is at the heart of the NRICH site. All the problems give learners opportunities to learn, develop or use mathematical concepts and skills. Read here for more information.

Masterclasses Information

Stage: 1 and 2 Challenge Level:

If you'd like to know more about Primary Maths Masterclasses, this is the package to read! Find out about current groups in your region or how to set up your own.

What Was in the Box?

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This big box adds something to any number that goes into it. If you know the numbers that come out, what addition might be going on in the box?

Tables Without Tens

Stage: 2 Challenge Level:

Investigate and explain the patterns that you see from recording just the units digits of numbers in the times tables.

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