The internet is a rich resource of games, puzzles and activities to support and consolidate learning at home. This is especially true with Mathematics! Many of these applications serve to place learning in a meaningful context that the children can relate to. As such, they are an invaluable resource that can be dipped into for free at home!<\/p>\n
With this in mind, we have listed below some of the more effective educational sites on offer:<\/p>\n
Maths Websites for Children<\/strong><\/p>\n http:\/\/www.mathszone.co.uk\/using-applying\/<\/a> http:\/\/primaryhomeworkhelp.co.uk\/maths\/index.html www.bbc.co.uk\/schools\/websites\/4_11\/site\/numeracy.shtml<\/a> www.counton.org\/games<\/a> www.mathplayground.com<\/a> www.rainforestmaths.com<\/a> www.crickweb.co.uk<\/a> www.mathsisfun.com\/numbers\/index.html<\/a> www.oxfordowl.co.uk<\/a> Also worth a look are:<\/p>\n http:\/\/amathsdictionaryforkids.com\/<\/a> \u00a0<\/strong>Maths Websites for Parents<\/strong><\/p>\n If you need to brush up on your maths skills, the following sites may be of use:
\nA fantastic site! A wealth of games and activities organised by curriculum area, i.e. shape and space.<\/p>\n
\nAnother great site from a primary school in Kent! Lots of games organised in a very child friendly way.<\/p>\n
\nBrilliant site! Lots of games and an excellent revision unit \u2013 KS2 Bitesize Maths.<\/p>\n
\nAn innovative site that includes the classic game \u2013 \u2018Who wants to be a Mathonaire? with Chris Tangent!<\/p>\n
\nA U.S educational site with some great games. Try out \u2018Pumpkin Multiples!<\/p>\n
\nA very colourful site from Australia with some excellent interactive games!<\/p>\n
\nFree online education resources and games.<\/p>\n
\nWe offer mathematics in an enjoyable and easy-to-learn manner, because we believe that mathematics is fun.<\/p>\n
\nAn award-winning free website packed with expert advice, top tips, ebooks and activities to help you support your child\u2019s reading and maths at home.<\/p>\n
\nhttp:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/bitesize\/ks1\/maths\/<\/a>
\nhttp:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/bitesize\/ks2\/maths\/<\/a>
\nhttp:\/\/www.ictgames.com\/resources.html<\/a>
\nhttp:\/\/www.ilovemathsgames.com\/<\/a>
\nhttp:\/\/www.mathsisfun.com\/index.htm<\/a>
\nhttp:\/\/www.multiplication.com\/<\/a>
\nhttp:\/\/www.primarygames.co.uk\/<\/a>
\nhttp:\/\/www.topmarks.co.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n
\nNational Numeracy Parent Toolkit has a wealth of tips and advice for parents.\u00a0http:\/\/www.nnparenttoolkit.org.uk\/<\/a><\/p>\n