Sue Larkey - 10 Key Rules to a Successful Maths Programme

 

Ten Key Rules to a Successful Maths Programme  When teaching maths we start with teaching number concepts not counting as you would with a typical developing child. Using a child's special interest is the key to understanding basic maths concepts. Practical Maths Programmes is a great starting point for teaching maths - it begins with simple matching and provides the foundations for maths. 1.      Focus on teaching maths concepts not rote counting. 2.      Ensure the child has maths enriched environments. 3.       Be eclectic; try lots of different ideas and strategies. 4.      Remember not every strategy works for everyone. 5.      Use the child's special interest. 6.      Make maths functional. 7.      Make maths fun and enjoyable. 8.      Use rewards and motivators. 9.      Generalise. 10.    Be persistent and REPEAT, REPEAT, REPEAT.   Practical Maths Programmes has been so successful in helping teach maths to children with ASD that a version has now been published specifically for the UK and US. What the experts have to say about Practical Maths Programmes by Jo Adkins and Sue Larkey: "I have known the authors of these practical and effective mathematics programmes for many years and I have great admiration for their insight into the minds and learning styles of children with an ASD, as well as their knowledge of how to capture the child's attention and clearly explain mathematical concepts... I know this is the book that parents and teachers of young children with an ASD, from severe autism to Asperger's Syndrome, have been seeking for a long time." Dr Tony Attwood   "This book is great, a very welcome resource, one that will take the fear and confusion out of learning mathematics. I often say, 'you know how so many autistic people are great with numbers? I'm not one of them!' How I wish it had been around when I was growing up. Importantly, it shows how to utilise a child's interest. This is where our hearts are, this is how we learn best. This book will open doors for so many children and set them up for life-long learning. It's magic." Dr Wendy Lawson    To purchase any of these books go to my website click here http://www.suelarkey.com/Book_Shop.php   Best Wishes Sue www.suelarkey.com   Maths Book Practical Maths Programmes ' by Jo Adkins & Sue Larkey ' code: B07 ' This book is the ideal starting point for teaching key maths concepts to children with an autism spectrum disorder and other developmental delays. It is full of practical ideas and strategies to teach the foundations of early maths and addition, and also includes worksheets and activities to incorporate maths into daily living skills such as money, shopping, cooking, timetabling, and lots more.

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