Number sense is the ability to understand and work with numbers flexibly and confidently. It helps students see patterns, make connections and solve problems more effectively.
Here are 5 activities that you can do with your child to help improve number sense for secondary school students:
1. Decompose Numbers
Activity: Take a number like 96 and ask, "How can you break this into easier parts to add or subtract?"
Example: 96 = 100 - 4 or 90 + 6.
2. Number Comparisons
Question: "Which is larger, 3/4 or 7/10? How do you know without using a calculator?"
Encourage estimation and reasoning rather than direct calculation.
3. Target Number Challenges
Activity: Give a target number like 45 and ask, "How many ways can you make this number using addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division?"
4. Real-Life Math Applications
Question: "If a store is giving a 15% discount on a $50 item, how would you estimate the final price?"
Teach rounding and estimation to simplify the process.
5. Group and Compare Items
Activity: Using everyday objects like coins or buttons, group them into sets and ask, "What’s the easiest way to count these quickly?"
Explore grouping strategies like by 5s, 10s, or fractions.
These activities will help students to see math as approachable, practical, building confidence and flexibility with numbers.
How Math Lobby can help build number sense for Secondary students
I know how tough the transition to Secondary One math can feel, especially if your child struggled with math in primary school. Building number sense is not just about improving grades but helping them feel more confident and capable when they face problems in class. With the right strategies, your child can approach math with less stress and more curiosity.
At Math Lobby, We focus on meeting students where they are, helping them strengthen their foundations and giving them practical tools they can use in their everyday learning. If you think this is something your child could benefit from, feel free to contact Math Lobby with our Contact Form or you can whatsapp 96322202. It is all about making sure they start this next chapter feeling supported and ready to succeed.
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