Each unit in the "New Abacus" programme begins with whole-class teaching. All the direct teaching to introduce a concept is on the front of the Teacher Card; the back has: further teaching; references to differentiated practical activities, workbook or textbook pages and photocopy masters.

Aimed at pupils who are struggling with basic number work, this book is divided into maths skills. Each section provides alternative teaching strategies and practical techniques. Straightforward practical activities are suitable for a individual or group work.

These homework texts provide an opportunity for shared activities between parent and child. They provide two activities a week, a variety of formal written practice, and informal shared practical activities. The activities focus on key number skills, and there is advice for parents.

Covering the background and philosophy of the New Abacus programme, this book also shows how it delivers the Scottish curricula requirements, offering examples of good practice in planning, and record-keeping and assessment.

This kit contains 16 each of "Number Textbook 1", "Number Textbook 2", and "Shape, Data and Measures Workbook" and 8 copies of "Homework Book".

These textbooks allow independent practice of mathematical skills. They present the concepts at an appropriate reading level. Activities with an investigative or process-skill focus encourage creative and mathematical thinking. Problem-solving is included.