Product Description
Tippie does maths (Level 2 Book 7): Learning under the sea
Authors: Ashleigh Hala, José Palmer, Reinette Lombard • Illustrator: Zinelda McDonald
Format: Paperback
Recommended for ages 7+
The Level 2 Mathematics series focuses on prior knowledge of Level 1 and further builds on the building blocks of mathematical literacy. Level 2 gives children the opportunity to learn and apply various skills following specific Tippie themes. Tippie does maths is progressive, and we recommend that you start with Book 1 to ensure retention. The broad outcomes for this series include numbers, operations, and relationships.
Patterns, functions, and algebra, as well as space, shape, measurement, and data handling are presented progressively. Tippie does maths Level 2 focuses on functional outcomes, opportunities for selfassessment, and the introduction of time-based activities. Clear progression as well as curriculum extension are included in the series.
About the Authors
From a young age, Ashleigh always knew she wanted to be a teacher. Having struggled with Maths as a child, she developed a deep understanding of how anxiety around the subject can affect a child’s confidence and love of school. Through dedicated teachers and new ways of learning, Ashleigh grew to not only overcome her challenges but to develop a lasting passion for Maths.
After qualifying in 2014 with a Bachelor of Education degree, specialising in High School Mathematics, she discovered that her true calling lay in the Foundation Phase. For the past eight years, she has taught Grade 1 and 2, working within a school that embraces the constructivist approach to learning. Seeing the need for child-centred, hands-on Maths resources inspired her to collaborate on the Tippie does Maths series. This was an opportunity to create meaningful, engaging learning experiences for young children.
José Palmer and Reinette Lombard have years of experience teaching children who struggle with reading and spelling. The LEER MY LEES / LEARN TO READ series with its colourful illustrations is not only fun to read, but also promotes vocabulary and comprehension.With years of experience in teaching children who have difficulties with reading, spelling, and learning, José Palmer and Reinette Lombard teamed up with Gugu Nkosi and Ntokozo Mkize-Mthembu for this isiZulu series. Ntokozo Mkhize-Mthembu is a lecturer at UKZN where she completed her doctoral studies specialising in Teacher Development Studies.
About the Illustrator
Zinelda McDonald is an award-winning South African illustrator who lives in Wellington in the Western Cape of South Africa. She has illustrated numerous children’s books and is also a well-known designer and illustrator of children’s book covers.
Awards for her work include the Alba Bouwer Prize and the Exclusive Books IBBY SA Award.
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