Maths Book 1 (Collins Practice in the Basic Skills) Paperback – 14 Dec. 2012

There are no explanations of how to do the sums but...I had a second hand copy of another of these and was impressed with it as most books I feel are too simplistic with limited skills practice and I can't seem to find the thick ones thorough ones like I used as a kid. I photocopied pages I want him to complete (only our use) so he isn't overwhelmed with print/work due to him being a little young to work through.

Simple yet effective reinforcement of maths skills. Ideal to use whilst away from home or as a supplementary resource, there is not enough of an explanation or sufficient activities in the book for the child to learn a new concept from this book alone. As that it is not why I purchased it, I am still more than happy. Only criticism would be that this book is completely black and white and pages are presented as lists of sums which before my daughter got started she found off putting.

Great.I've had a problem with maths's since i had leukiamia when i was nine,i missed alot of school & istill can't think of a maths problem without being nervous,so i bought this & the 2nd edition.i have to say i'm really enjoying learningabout math's it's really good & gets you thinking & helpful.Recommended for any age.

As a maths tutor, it's important to have lots of practice questions on hand, so that the tutee has to work harder than you do. That's how they learn. These books are great and can be used with weaker pupils all the way up to 16-18 years-old.

Again, new teachers should have this, if you want an a4 size with large font get this book, otherwise i would recommend getting the exact same book but older edition - i like the size and font better in the older edition, its just harder to photocopy

Brilliant starts easy building confidence

We got this to help the grandchildren with maths this little book has been a boon to us.The grandchildren even enjoy learning with it.and are competing with each other to learn more.

great learning / teaching resource. covers everything needed to help my kids revise for school exams.

Best academic books by far! Really helped my daughter get ahead of all her classmates.