Thinking and Working Mathematically in Australian Primary Classrooms

By Stephanie Watts and Maree Skillen

Thinking and Working Mathematically in Australian Primary Classrooms equips pre-service teachers and educators with the knowledge and skills to confidently teach mathematics to children from Foundation to Year 6. Disproving the myth that mathematics must be challenging, the authors present the subject as accessible, engaging and fun. Supporting all educators, including those who may lack confidence in their mathematical ability, the book is rich with images that clarify concepts and is closely aligned with the latest version of the Australian Curriculum. The book connects theory to practice by highlighting the importance of mathematics in real-world contexts, integrating current research with practical activities to support effective classroom teaching. Visually engaging and easy to read, Thinking and Working Mathematically in Australian Primary Classrooms is a practical, contemporary and meaningful resource, designed to support teachers from their studies into professional practice.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1009430270
• ISBN13: 9781009430272
• Release Date: July 2026
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 770 Pages
• Weight: 3.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 8.0" x 10.0"