The Numicon Number Pattern and Calculating 4 Teaching Pack comprises a Teaching Resource Handbook and an Implementation Guide for teachers of children aged 8-9. The pack provides step-by-step activities and practice with planning support and assessment opportunities alongside advice on how best to implement Numicon in your school. Features Numicon is research-based and proven to have a significant and lasting impact on results.The Numicon Number Pattern and Calculating 4 Teaching Pack comprises a Teaching Resource Handbook and an Implementation Guide providing the core materials you need to start teaching children aged 8 Years. The Teaching Resource Handbook provides step-by-step activities for developing children's understanding of pattern algebra number and calculating.Accompanied with editable planning and printable photocopy masters you can personalise to suit the needs of your childrenThe Implementation Guide offers guidance on what Numicon is and advice on how best to implement Numicon in your school. Activities in the Teaching Resource Handbook have been extensively trialled with teachers and children; all activity groups come from real classroom experience. 'Low threshold high ceiling' activities allow you to differentiate for every child in your class through the same activity group.Activities are supported by easy to follow instructions and clear illustrations. A list of the concrete objects used to support learning are provided at the start of each activity.