What makes a maths lesson really fun?

I like drawing diagrams to show my methods. Year 1 pupil

We learn new methods, strategies and new rules. Year 3 pupil

We can use what we already know to make connections. Year 3 pupil

We don’t learn in a boring way, we use pictures and resources to help us to learn fractions. Year 4 pupil

We play games to help us learn. Year 4 pupil

What do you find difficult in maths?

I find learning new methods confusing at start but with practice I become confident. Year 3 pupil

I sometimes find learning new methods a bit tricky but I know I can use objects to help me. Year 4 pupil

Reasoning. I often know the answer but explaining it can be tricky. I use diagrams to help me or the key vocab from the lesson. Year 4 pupil

What is the best thing about maths?

Maths challenges your brain, helps it get stronger! Year 1 pupil

My teacher makes it fun by being funny! Year 1 pupil

I love doing maths quizzes, speed tests and maths passports! Year 3 pupil

I love learning new and exciting methods and strategies, it is super fun! Year 3 pupil

When it’s really tricky. I love solving problems! Year 4 pupil

The best thing about maths is learning new methods and ways to do things so I can be more efficient. Year 4 pupil

Do you feel confident in maths?

I feel confident in maths because my teacher has taught me lots of methods that help me to get the answers correct. Year 1 pupil

Very! Year 4 pupil

Sometimes I feel really confident and sometime I need some help first so I might get some resources or draw a diagram.  Eventually I feel confident. Year 4 pupil

What do you use in maths to help you when you get stuck?

I use what I already know. Year 3 pupil

I use counters and dienes. Year 3 pupil

I ask my partner and teacher for help. Year 3 pupil

I try to use what I have done in the past and what I already know to help me. Year 4 pupil

I try a different strategy to check my answer if I’m not sure. Or I might use counters or resources. Year 4 pupil