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Devised after extensive consultation with primary teachers, "STEPS" is a complete maths scheme offering a pathway through the programmes of study for Key Stages 1 and 2. Among the features incorporated are activity- led learning; built-in assessment; a flexible approach to suit individual teachers; a wide choice of activities for all ability levels; cross-curricular links; attractive, highly visual pupil materials; help with forecasting and planning; a choice of record-keeping procedures; and ideas for home-school links. "STEPS" is structured and keyed to the new Attainment Targets and Statements of Attainment of the National Curriculum. The series will be kept up-to-date with any National Curriculum changes by means of free updates. For use after direct teaching, the Activity Cards include investigations, practice of skills, games, "talkabout" cards and cards to be cut up as permanent resources. All cards are full colour and use a range of attractive illustrative styles, including photography. The cards are organized in sets of four and can be used for group, collaborative or independent work. These cards are part of Level 1 of the series, covering Key Stage 1.