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Here you can find simply defined mathematical terms with explanations and examples. Created to make explaining maths terms to primary school children easy.

Primary Maths Dictionary for Kids and Parents: A Guide To The Mathematical Terms Used In KS1 And KS2

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Primary Maths Dictionary for Kids and Parents: A Guide To The Mathematical Terms Used In KS1 And KS2

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Partitioning Explained For Primary School

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What Is Part Whole Model? Explained For Primary School Parents & Teachers

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What Is A Venn Diagram: Explained For Primary School Teachers, Parents And Children

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What Is A Number Sentence: Explained For Primary Parents And Kids!

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What Are Coordinates: Explained For Primary School Parents And Kids

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What Is Estimation in Maths: Estimating Numbers Explained for Primary School Teachers and Parents

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What Is A Carroll Diagram? Explained for Primary School Parents & Teachers

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What Is A Prime Number? Explanation For Primary School Teachers, Parents & Children

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