School Arithmetic: Primary Book (Classic Reprint)

John Marvin Colaw, J. K. Ellwood

ISBN 10: 133280702X / ISBN 13: 9781332807024

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book provides a vibrant exploration of the role of arithmetic in primary education, offering practical guidance based on the latest thinking in number teaching but presented in clear and accessible language. Combining a deep understanding of number concepts with developmentally appropriate activities, the author leads readers through a progression of mathematical topics, including counting, measuring, number combinations, and the relationship of parts to wholes. By emphasizing conceptual understanding and meaningful practice, this book equips educators and parents with effective strategies to engage young learners and lay a solid foundation for future mathematical success. The author draws on the latest research in cognitive development and pedagogical best practices to provide a wealth of suggestions for hands-on activities, games, and real-world applications that bring mathematical concepts to life. This book is an invaluable resource for any educator seeking to foster a positive and meaningful learning experience in elementary mathematics. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

Seller Inventory # 9781332807024_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: School Arithmetic: Primary Book (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133280702X
• ISBN 13: 9781332807024
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • General Mathematics

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Synopsis

Build a solid math foundation with practical, hands‑on arithmetic. This primary math book helps students learn by doing, using real-life contexts to make numbers meaningful. It supports active learning and gradual introduction of symbols, with emphasis on understanding and accurate results over speed or rote memorization.

Two clear sections of lessons guide young learners from counting and measurement to more advanced ideas. The book connects everyday tasks—like measuring with a ruler, handling money, and solving simple problems—to core math concepts, helping pupils gain confidence as they work through progressively challenging material.

• Develop number sense with counting, place value, and basic operations


• Explore measurement, geometry, and the use of rulers for hands‑on learning


• Handle money, making change, and basic financial arithmetic


• Progress through fractions, decimals, percentages, and simple interest

Ideal for: students beginning formal arithmetic, teachers seeking a structured progression, and parents guiding home study or supplemental practice.