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Spark curiosity, not fear. Reducing Mathematics Anxiety.

Written by Chris Hogbin on February 26, 2024. Posted in Learn & Develop.

Reducing the Impacts of Math(s) Anxiety! Mathematics anxiety is pervasive, affecting countless schoolchildren worldwide. It’s more than just a fear of numbers; it’s a debilitating cycle that stifles learning and potential. But fear not, for where there’s understanding, there’s hope. Let’s delve into the depths of mathematics anxiety, explore its origins, and unveil strategies to ignite curiosity and diminish fear. Understanding Math(s) Anxiety: Mathematics anxiety manifests in subtle ways, from self-deprecating remarks like “I’m not a math...

6 Ways To Use Number Hive In Your Classroom

Written by Chris Hogbin on January 12, 2023. Posted in Learn & Develop.

Number Hive’s pedagogically unique concept builds multiplication facts & number sense foundations as part of the game’s strategy. This means it’s at the students pace, in a low stakes way, while the kids are having fun and driving their own learning. Here’s 6 ways you can use Number Hive in your classroom to make your students buzz! When learning multiplication facts for the first time There are a few crucial elements necessary for a student to master multiplication. When introducing multiplication to students, it is important to focus on conceptual understanding,...

Multiplication Fact Fluency ‘I Can’ Assessment

Written by Chris Hogbin on January 11, 2023. Posted in Learn & Develop, Product Update.

“I can” assessments are an effective tool that can enhance the teaching and learning process, by providing clear and measurable learning goals and allowing for ongoing assessment of student understanding and progress. You can access our Multiplication fact fluency ‘I Can’ assessment below. Benefits of ‘I can’ assessments Also known as ‘learning target’s’ or ‘success criteria assessments’, I can’ assessments focus on the skills and knowledge that students should have acquired, rather than the traditional method of...

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Multiplication for younger years students

Written by Chris Hogbin on January 11, 2023. Posted in Learn & Develop, Product Update.

Teaching multiplication younger yours children is an essential step in building a strong foundation in mathematics. By mastering these facts, students gain the necessary skills to solve more complex mathematical problems with ease. In this blog, we will explore practical tips and strategies to help teachers effectively teach multiplication facts to their young learners. We will also introduce an engaging game called Number Hive, which can be used as a valuable resource to reinforce multiplication skills. Whether you’re looking for interactive digital tools or printable resources,...

Easy to use multiplication lesson guides to support confident learning in the classroom and at home.

Ready Made Teacher Lesson Guides

Written by Chris Hogbin on December 15, 2022. Posted in Learn & Develop, Product Update.

Number Hive can be played on desktop, phone or tablet. Our ready made multiplication lesson guides are designed to support multiplication learning in the classroom, and fluency building at home Not sure how to get the best out of Number Hive in your class? No problem, we’ve created these easy to use multiplication lesson guides to support confident learning in the classroom and at home. Our guides come complete with learning sequences, activities and even the relevant curriculum links! You can use our learning sequences or, create and share your own. Click on the links below...

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Spark curiosity, not fear. Reducing Mathematics Anxiety.

6 Ways To Use Number Hive In Your Classroom

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