The Blake’s Maths Guide is a great reference for anyone wanting a basic understanding of the Australian Mathematics curriculum in primary schools for Grades 5 and 6. This Guide is divided into the three major strands of the maths curriculum with the sub-strand topics in their recommended teaching order:

Number and Algebra

1. Place Value

2. Addition & Subtraction

3. Multiplication & Division

4. Fractions and Decimals

5. Money and Financial Management

6. Patterns & Algebra

Measure and Geometry

1. Length and Area

2. Mass

3. Volume & Capacity

4. Temperature

5. Time

6. 3D Prisms and Pyrimads

7. Measuring Angles

8. Transforming 2D Shapes

9. Locating Position

Statistics and Probability

1. Chance

2. Data Displays

Each topic contains simple descriptions of concepts with examples and TRY THIS activities for students to test their understanding. Also included are curriculum correlation charts, an index, glossary and answers for all of the TRY THIS activities. Included are Curriculum Correlation tables that link the content to thenew Australian Curriculum and is an ideal resource for all primarystudents.