Is Numicon copyrighted?

White Rose Maths on Twitter: “@CarolynDanby It’s because numicon are a particular copyright colour. So we are unable to use them.” / Twitter.

Who created Numicon?

Numicon grew out of a classroom based research project funded by the Teacher Training Agency carried out between 1996 and 1998 by Numicon authors Ruth Atkinson, Romey Tacon and Dr Tony Wing.

What age is Numicon suitable for?

Suitable for children aged three to five, this fab duo was first created for use in the classroom but proved so popular that an ‘at home’ version was produced. It also comes with a helpful set of notes to help support parents’ teaching.

How do you use a Numicon in early years?

Place the Numicon shapes 1-10 in a random arrangement next to the number line (the children could help with this).

Use the number line and encourage the children to count along it or recognise each numeral and shape.
Ask the children to match the Numicon pieces to the numerals.*

What age is Numicon for?

Numicon apparatus encourages children to reason mathematically through use of concrete objects. Numicon builds a deep understanding of maths through a multi-sensory approach. This pack contains apparatus for teaching children aged 9 to 11.

Is Numicon evidence based?

Evidence for the effectiveness of the Numicon approach has been accumulating since an original Teacher Training Agency (TTA) funded research project began in 1996. A research report from Ann Dowker of Oxford University that features Numicon.

What is numicon at home?

Numicon at Home uses a unique multi sensory approach to explore maths with children. By using the Numicon equipment and with the support of the Activity Books parents and children discover and investigate maths concepts together. Builds a firm foundation through activities, games, and conversation. Supports the way maths is taught in school.

How can numicon help my child learn numbers?

Numicon resources for home are ideal to support the early maths teaching children will be meeting in the classroom. Through the multi-sensory activities and mathematical language of Numicon, children will start to develop the understanding and skills that underpin their later understanding of numbers.

What is included in the Numicon course?

The course contains official and authorised use of Numicon imagery, pedagogy and resources. The online format of this course enables you to study at a time and place that best suits your own needs. You can access your course anytime until February 28th 2022.