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Alison Borthwick & Alan Cross 
Reasons to Reason in Primary Maths and Science 

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How can teachers help children to develop reasoning skills?
What is reasoning and how do we teach it?

Much is being said in schools and education about the importance of reasoning skills. This book explores what reasoning is and what it is not. It includes examples of how reasoning in primary mathematics and science classes can develop. It shows how a connection between the ′skills′ of mathematics and science can help children to gain a better understanding of reasoning.



  • What is a conjecture?

  • What makes you think?

  • What makes you think about your thinking?

  • What does reasoning look like?


With links to classroom practice and examples of effective teaching throughout, this book not only provides an exploration of what reasoning is and why it′s important—it also show you how to develop children′s reasoning skills in your classroom.

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Table of Content

A rationale for reasoning

Frameworks to promote reasoning

Reasoning in mathematics and science in the Early Years

Using questions to promote reasoning

Using prediction, conjecture and hypothesis to promote reasoning

Noticing pattern to promote reasoning

Using problem solving and investigation to promote reasoning

Noticing and evidencing reasoning

A toolkit of ideas to promote a culture of reasoning

About the author

Alison Borthwick is an international education adviser. She has worked with many different organisations, universities and professional associations both in the UK and abroad. Her portfolio is underpinned by her experience as a teacher, leader, trainer and researcher. An experienced education consultant Alison has written numerous books and papers for teachers.
Language English ● Format EPUB ● Pages 216 ● ISBN 9781526451101 ● File size 7.0 MB ● Publisher SAGE Publications ● City London ● Country GB ● Published 2018 ● Edition 1 ● Downloadable 24 months ● Currency EUR ● ID 6368857 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM
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