4 Summary

This unit has focused on developing number sense in the elementary classroom by using games that offer rich mathematical learning opportunities.

In studying this unit you have thought about how using number games as a teaching strategy can stimulate engagement, participation and mathematical reasoning. You have considered how to adapt activities to different age groups and levels of attainment by making small changes such as changing the numbers or using different groupings.

Pause for thought Identify three opportunities in your lessons when you will use some of the ideas from this unit.