Books by Dr Paul Swan

Dr Paul Swan makes learning mathematics fun.

The activities contained in these books are designed to support the learning of mathematical concepts and develop efficient strategies for problem solving. The books provide ideas on how to integrate basic classroom manipulatives such as dice, dominoes, cards and calculators into the teaching of mathematics.

Maths Terms and Tables

A mathematical dictionary of technical terms and commonly used mathematical language. A must have for every Primary Teacher and Upper Primary Student.

Tackling Tables: Using a strategic approach

Provides a framework for teaching the tables. Each table is examined and ideas and games for making learning the tables more interesting are provided.

Turn & Learn: Exploring the possibilities

A selection of activities and ideas to support the use of the Turn & Learn 0-120 Number Board. The book is designed to get children working mathematically and to develop number and pre-algebra skills.

Dice Games

Item No: PS001 Ages 9-12 Calculators in the Classroom; Using them sensibly
Item No: PS002 Ages 9-13 Tackling Tables: Using a strategic approach
Item No: PS003 Ages 8-14 Turn & Learn: Exploring the possibilities:
Item No: PS004 Ages 7-13 Dice Dilemmas
Item No: PS005 Ages 6-13 Dice Dazzlers
Item No: PS006 Ages 7-13 Card Capers
Item No: PS007 Ages 6-13 Domino Deductions
Item No: PS008 Ages 9-15 Maths Terms and Tables
Item No: PS009 Ages 8-13 Dice Games for Tables
Item No: PS010 Ages 7-11 Dice Games for Place Value