Colour Tiles Book - Dr Paul Swan

Colour Tiles Book by Dr Paul Swan is a 48-page classroom resource designed to expand the educational use of colour tiles and counters far beyond basic counting and sorting. Packed with hands-on and engaging activities, this book demonstrates how colour tiles can be used for mathematical explorations involving odd and even numbers, symmetry, patterning, spatial reasoning, and more. With Dr Swan's trademark clarity and effectiveness, each task is easy to implement while promoting deep conceptual understanding. The activities are ideal for primary classrooms and encourage both individual problem-solving and group collaboration. Among the highlights are the intriguing Colour Tile Conundrums, which challenge students to think critically and flexibly. The book presents a variety of strategies that align with curriculum goals and offer meaningful opportunities for students to explore mathematical concepts through visual and kinaesthetic learning.

Educational Benefits:

• Promotes visual reasoning and pattern recognition using manipulatives.
• Develops understanding of number properties such as odd and even.
• Supports spatial thinking through symmetry and tile arrangement tasks.
• Encourages higher-order thinking with problem-solving challenges.

Classroom Ideas:

• Introduce odd and even investigations with hands-on tile sorting.
• Use Colour Tile Conundrums as extension or fast-finisher activities.
• Incorporate into symmetry lessons with creative tile patterns and reflections.
• Facilitate group problem-solving using open-ended tile design challenges.

Information:

• Ages: Suitable for primary school students
• Measurements: A4 size; 48 pages