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Building Strong Foundations: The Power of Daily Reading and Maths Mentals
At the heart of every child’s learning journey lies the steady rhythm of daily practice. Two simple yet powerful habits—daily reading and maths mentals—can make a profound difference in a student’s confidence, comprehension, and overall academic success.
Why Daily Reading Matters: Reading each day nurtures imagination, strengthens vocabulary, and builds fluency. Whether it’s a picture book, a chapter novel, or a non-fiction article, regular reading helps students:
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Develop empathy and critical thinking
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Improve spelling and writing skills
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Discover new interests and perspectives
Even ten minutes a day can spark curiosity and deepen understanding across all learning areas.
The Magic of Maths Mentals: Maths mentals—quick, daily exercises in arithmetic and problem-solving—sharpen number sense and boost recall. These short tasks:
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Reinforce key concepts like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
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Build speed and accuracy
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Encourage logical thinking and persistence
Like training a muscle, consistent practice helps students feel more confident tackling complex problems in class.
Together, These Habits Create Lifelong Learners. When families support daily reading and maths mentals at home, they’re not just helping with homework, they’re laying the groundwork for resilience, independence, and a love of learning. See below for a range of maths mentals books available to purchase online that would provide opportunities for daily practice.
RIC Publications Maths Mentals
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