Adventures: Primary Mathematics – Book 1 is the second book in Carlong’s Adventures series to hit bookstores and bookshelves. As the sister text of Adventures: Primary Language Arts – Book 1, it provides extensive coverage of the Mathematics concepts taught in Grade 1 (students ages 6 to 7) throughout the Caribbean.

Adventures: Primary Mathematics – Book 1 uses three playful but smart monkeys, Max, Mindy and Mikey, to encourage fun-filled learning and to help students to improve their critical thinking skills.  The activities, projects and lessons within the book utilize the 5E model (Engage, Explain, Explain/Elaborate, Extend, and Evaluate) in keeping with the approach of the new curriculum, and facilitate individual and co-operative learning. Catering to all types of learners, the textbook also utilizes the STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Arts Mathematics) approach through songs, projects, etc. to foster students’ sense of inquiry and problem-solving skills, as well as make learning easier and fun.

The assessment exercises are structured according to Webb’s Depth of Knowledge: 

• Level 1 Recall and reproduce

• Level 2 Demonstrate knowledge of skills and concepts

• Level 3 Think and reason strategically

• Level 4 Demonstrate extended thinking

The Authors: 

Wadyon Pryce is a mathematics specialist and mathematics coach with over 10 years of teaching experience. 

Sheldon Anderson is a former teacher of Troy High School and a mathematics coach for over 7 years at the primary level. 

Annette McDonald is a numeracy and literacy specialist at Moneague Primary and Junior High School.

Michelle Reckord is a mathematics specialist with over 15 years of experience at Immaculate Conception Preparatory School.

Adventures: Primary Mathematics – Book 1 is available for purchase at Sangster’s Book Stores and other leading bookstores in Jamaica and other Caribbean countries.