Teachables Handheld Calculator - Basic Maths Tool

This 8-digit, hand held calculator is an essential resource for developing numeracy skills in students from Year 3 and beyond. It features a large, easy-to-read display, durable plastic keys, and a user-friendly layout that avoids unnecessary functions, making it perfect for young learners. Its dual-powered capability ensures reliable use-solar powered during bright conditions and switching to battery when light is insufficient. The inclusion of a percentage (%) key supports learning across various strands of the mathematics curriculum, including operations, measurement, and problem-solving. Compact yet robust, this calculator supports student independence while allowing teachers to integrate real-world maths skills in the classroom. With its straightforward design, it reduces confusion and builds student confidence as they progress through calculations.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports the development of problem-solving and mental computation skills.
• Reinforces understanding of the four operations and real-life maths applications.
• Encourages self-checking and estimation strategies.
• Aids in understanding mathematical relationships, including percentages and measurement.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use for checking complex problem-solving tasks in small group activities.
• Integrate into maths rotation stations focused on operations and equations.
• Encourage students to compare calculator results with mental or manual solutions.
• Include in area, volume or perimeter investigations to support accurate calculations.

Information:

• Ages: Suitable for Year 3 and up
• Measurements: 13.6 cm (H) x 7.1 cm (L) x 1.6 cm (W)