When children can solve problems in their heads they feel more confid ent in their own abilities. The development of mental computation progre sses through a range of strategies that can be improved by regular pract ice. The six books (Year 1 to Year 6) in the Targeting Ment al Maths series target the structured development of child ren's mental maths strategies.

Each double-page weekly unit inclu des an explanation and practice of a specific mental strategy alongside sets of focused questions that reinforce important basic facts. The prob lem of the week is a motivating problem that gets children thinking and applying their mathematical skills.

This series is part of the Ta rgeting Maths scheme of Student Books, Teaching Guides, Assessment Books and CD-ROMs. The first maths scheme to make teaching and learning mathe matics truly enjoyable for all!