Preface
The Grade 4 Mathematics workbook has been developed to meet the philosophical
principles of the New Curriculum Framework (Primary) as envisioned by the Nine Year
Basic Education Reform. The focus of the current mathematics curriculum for primary
education is on developing the mathematical prociency of all learners.
To foster the development of mathematical prociency among Grade 4 pupils,
this workbook advocates the use of the concrete-pictorial-abstract (CPA) strategy,
through meaningful activities, for the development of concepts. It is envisaged that
the activities will encourage pupils’ active participation in class and will also enrich their
understanding and communication so that they can solve a range of word problems
in mathematics. The book lays strong emphasis on how to solve word problems, paying
particular attention to the thinking process and problem representation.
The workbook provides diverse tasks to engage pupils in the effective learning of
mathematics. Examples provided are followed by carefully graded exercises to
consolidate the concepts learned. The continuous assessment component and
the revision exercises subsequently gauge the extent of their learning. An IT corner
is integrated in each unit to provide opportunities for pupils to enhance their
understanding of the concepts using technology. The workbook ends with a revision
sheet and a summary on the back cover.
The Mathematics Panel hopes that pupils, teachers and parents will make optimum
use of the workbook to drive up the achievement in mathematics.
Dr K.S. Angateeah
Coordinator, Mathematics Panel
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