For problems arranged by curriculum topics or problem-solving skills, visit the NRICH Primary Curriculum page.
Children learn better when they are curious, resourceful, resilient and collaborative.
Here are some collections of mathematical activities designed to give Stage 1 and 2 learners opportunities to develop these desirable characteristics.
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Being curious - Primary teachers
These problems will exploit primary learners' natural curiosity and provoke them to ask good mathematical questions.
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Being resourceful - Primary teachers
These problems require careful consideration. Allow your learners time to become absorbed in them.
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Being collaborative - Primary teachers
These problems are ideal for children to work on with others. Encourage your learners to share ideas, and recognise that two heads can be better than one.
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Being resilient - Primary teachers
These problems require resilience for primary school children. Encourage your learners to persevere - there's often a great sense of achievement when we've had to struggle.