TAKE THE PROBLEM OUT OF PROBLEM-SOLVING Super Sleuth is a unique maths series for 1st to 6th Class that gives pupils and teachers strategies to effectively develop problem-solving skills. Designed to be used hand-in-hand with any core maths programme, it is the ideal problem-solving solution for your classroom. Focuses on the ten main problem-solving strategies, developing problem-solving skills, encouraging higher order thinking and enabling pupils to take responsibility for their own learning. Trial and improvementWorking backwardsWorking systematicallyLogical reasoningVisualisationPatternsMake a tableAct it outMake a modelSimplify Introduces the CLUES acronym, a teacher- and pupil-friendly framework developed uniquely for Super Sleuth to tackle the most common problem-solving difficulties experienced in Irish classrooms. Consolidates the learning of problem-solving skills through worked examples and astep-by-step approachPlaces an emphasis on developing mathematical language and a positive attitude towards problem-solving Teacher’s Digital ResourcesTeacher’s digital resources for Super Sleuth are easily accessible on our digital resources platform www.gillexplore.ie:FREE teacher eBookFull set of answersProblem-solving framework posters‘Maths Trails’ questions for teachers to create personalised trails
About the Author
Audrey Cooney is an experienced primary teacher and has a Master’s in Education from TCD.  She teaches in Holy Spirit Senior Primary School, Dublin 12  and he has delivered numeracy presentations on the development of mental maths skills, problem-solving skills and the use of assessment in primary school maths.