Lines of Development in Primary Mathematics

One of the most useful teaching resources available for teachers of primary mathematics. It covers the whole mathematical curriculum for primary-age children – the book is divided into sections by age (5–7 years, 7–9 years, 9–11+ years); in each section the development of topics follows a similar pattern and is set out in a framework at the beginning so that the full range of ideas is clearly presented.The topics covered include: sets, number, pictorial representation, shape (2D and 3D), volume/capacity, area, length, weight, time and money.

It’s an invaluable aid to any primary school teacher in planning classes and gives a helpful outline of the progression of skills that children can be expected to follow.

Mary Deboys was a practising teacher and assistant organiser in the Queen's University of Belfast Teachers' Centre. Her book, Lines of Development in Primary Mathematics co-authored with Eunice Pitt, is an excellent reference for teachers, PGCE and NQT students. Topics such as capacity or volume are clearly set out making it an essential resource when introducing or developing mathematical concepts in the primary classroom. Eunice Pitt was a practising teacher and assistant organiser in the Queen's University of Belfast Teachers' Centre. In her book, Lines of Development in Primary Mathematics co-authored with Mary Deboys, she focuses on the teaching of infant classes. It is an excellent reference for teachers, PGCE and NQT students. Topics such as capacity or volume are clearly set out, making it an essential resource when introducing or developing mathematical concepts in the primary classroom.