From Zero to Eleven Plus: Mathematics: Self-tutor Study Guide for Upper Primary, Lower Secondary and High School Entrance Exams

From Zero to Eleven Plus: Mathematics covers a comprehensive range of mathematical concepts that are relevant to upper primary, lower secondary and Eleven Plus students. In five distinct sections, the student is led through self-tutoring tasks, from basic to high-level questions in section one, challenging Eleven Plus questions with explanation in section two, differentiated one step to creative multi-step questions for consolidation in section three, scholarship-type questions in section four and timed written tests for assessment and development in section five. Back-tracking tips are provided in section one and two, under the acronym WIN, which stands for 'What I Need'. All sections are written with the aim of developing the student's ability to think creatively and understand what maths is required and how to apply it to solve increasingly complex problems. From Zero to Eleven Plus: Mathematics is written by experienced practitioners, who have an exemplary record for making a positive difference to exam grades and to gaining a place at a top secondary school. For less than the cost of one hour's tutoring, it supports outstanding achievement.

Table of Contents:
SECTION ONE: From zero to Eleven Plus Maths questions, with self-tutoring steps The four operations, one-step to multi-step problems 2; Multiplying/dividing by 10,100,1000, conversion, money and 10% 6; Fractions, percentages and decimals 10; Fractions, probability, ratio and proportion 14; Equations, sequences, finding rules and formulae 18; Negative numbers, co-ordinates and translation 22; Shapes, angles and area with sorting data 26; Angles, factor pairs, area, nets, volume and symmetry 28; Averages, collecting and interpreting data, charts and graphs 30; Answers 34; SECTION TWO: Challenging Eleven Plus problems with self-tutoring explanations and answers Number 36; Algebra 37; Shape, space and measures 38; Data handling 39; SECTION THREE: Differentiated one-step, two-step, multi-step, creative multi-step problems and timed mental maths tests for further practice and consolidation Number 41; Algebra 42; Shape, space and measures 43; Data handling 44; Mental maths 45; Answers 46; SECTION FOUR: Scholarship-type questions and answers Number and Algebra 48; Shape, space and measures 49; Data handling 50; SECTION FIVE: Timed written tests for assessment and development Test paper one and answers 51; Test paper two and answers 56; Test paper three and answers 63.

About the Author :
Caroline Brice has been teaching for sixteen years, mostly junior children, but she also has experience of working in infant and secondary schools. She has been an Assessment for Learning Coach for the London Borough of Croydon, training teachers to use strategies that support profound learning for every pupil. She further has an exemplary record for successfully teaching children to an outstanding level in English and Mathematics, which has enabled them to achieve entry into top schools and attain scholarships.

Review :
These books give a comprehensive coverage on what a child can do to improve their understanding and mastery of the basic skills of Literacy and Numeracy. They are written in such a way that the child can clearly see the progression of skills, whilst the person coaching or assisting the learner can be confident in their role, as all the steps and stages are logically set out for them. Working together, these books can be an invaluable resource for both families and schools. - David Morgan, Head Teacher, Parish Church (CE) Junior School, Croydon As myself and other parents have marvelled at how Caroline Brice has managed, beyond all our expectations, to help our children achieve their potential, whatever their learning style, ability, background or gender, we've often commented that we wish she would put it all down in a book. Now she has. - Effie Jordan, Parent