Manipulatives Audit & Classroom Setup
What manipulatives every primary classroom should have, why concrete materials matter even in upper KS2, and how to audit and refresh existing stock. Includes minimum kit by year group, storage strategies, and the 'manipulatives are for the children who need them' problem.
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Learning objective
Equip Maths Leads to ensure every classroom has appropriate manipulatives, that they're used (not stored), and that older children are still encouraged to use them when needed.
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