What the Book Covers The book contains over 40 activities in 14 independent units designed to help pupils appreciate and understand the mathematical structures behind the tasks they are asked to perform. Each unit contains the following components: main focus — outlines the general mathematical ideas behind activities in the unit activities — a range of highly-illustrated student activities on photocopiable sheets notes for teachers — outlines of possible classroom approaches further activities — suggested follow-up ideas and strategies resources — lists resources needed for the unit learning outcomes — details specific outcomes achievable through the activities evaluation ­ notes to help teachers judge the effectiveness of implementation The units are structured to meet pupils" varying aptitudes and perspectives and activities can be modified to meet the needs of pupils while maintaining the main teaching and learning purposes.