The AweSum Challenge

AweSum Challenge is an exciting mathematics teaching resource aimed at helping KS2 pupils to excel in money calculations and problem-solving in the format of an educational game that supports the saving habit.

Money calculations and problem-solving are two key areas of Primary Strategy mathematics, while saving and budgeting are critical elements in enhancing financial literacy.

AweSum Challenge is a highly relevant and imaginative teaching resource for both primary mathematics and finance education, designed for minimum teacher preparation and maximum teacher support.

The resource comes with comprehensive Teacher Notes and a step-by-step PowerPoint guide to the game, enabling you and your pupils to gain the most from AweSum Challenge as an interactive aid to learning.

It is suggested children play in pairs at first until they feel ready to try it by themselves. The more they play AweSum Challenge, the greater their confidence, increasing the likelihood of higher scores and, above
all, improved mathematical skills and attainment.

Solving money problems earns points!
Saving money - not spending - means more points!

Use mental methods
Use jottings
Discuss with a partner
(but not for the competition)
Use Help Page

Use a Back button
(remember or jot down key numbers)
Use long written methods (no time)
Use a calculator (no point).

“We hope that you find this resource not only a valuable means of raising mathematical achievement, but also an innovative and enjoyable way to introduce the vital skills of saving and money-handling to your pupils.”

Robert Sharpe
Chief Executive
West Bromwich Building Society

This is a primary teaching resource created for free use by all UK schools and funded by the West Bromwich Building Society and the Mercian Trust as part of their joint community-focused 2008 Anti-Poverty Strategy

West Bromwich Building Society Principal Office 374 High Street, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 8LR Tel: 0870 220 7785
www.westbrom.co.uk

Calls and electronic communications may be monitored and/or recorded for your security and may be used for training purposes.
Your confidentiality will be maintained.

The Society is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority.
FSA Register No. 104877

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