‘The ADDACUS^TM Activity Pack is the most comprehensive way of introducing and reinforcing number concepts we have seen ... highly recommend it as a vital addition to any school's resources.’

‘The ADDACUS^TM Activity Pack is the most comprehensive way of introducing and reinforcing number concepts we have seen. Its highly structured and multi-sensory approach uses a wealth of materials, including the uniquely-designed abacus. At each stage, there are CDs, rhymes, practical games and photocopiable worksheets for consolidation of the basic concepts. Its added attraction is the natural use of number vocabulary to support the development of concepts, so that even in 'The Story of 1', the language of 1, such as 'single', 'first' and 'unique' is being taught in context.

The materials are attractive, substantial and easy to handle. Stringalongs, besides providing number concepts and number bonds, also present opportunites for those pupils having difficulties with Fine Motor Skills.

Throughout the workbook, Colin the Caterpillar makes frequent appearances in unexpected places and, on completion of Book 1, reveals his secret in spectacular fashion!

Pupils at St. Bartholomew's C. of E. Primary School, North Tyneside, have used 'ADDACUS^TM' with confidence and pleasure and the Support Teachers highly recommend it as a vital addition to any school's resources.’

‘The programme allowed them to take control of their own learning and build self esteem through success ... Staff noticed that the children were instantly engaged and enthusiastic. They could not wait to investigate the material further’

‘ADDACUS^TM offers children the opportunity to access a totally multisensory, cumulative structured programme at an appropriate level for each individual ... The children found working with ADDACUS^TM, a thoroughly positive and stimulating experience. The programme allowed them to take control of their own learning and build self esteem through success ... Staff noticed that the children were instantly engaged and enthusiastic. They could not wait to investigate the material further’

‘The feedback from the presentation you gave to the Learning Support Service has been brilliant and I know many schools are investing as a result of our recommendations...and most important of all it is great fun.’

‘The feedback from the presentation you gave to the Learning Support Service has been brilliant and I know many schools are investing as a result of our recommendations. A great deal of thought has been given to the ADDACUS programme – there are no ambiguities – all aspects of the programme are integrated and work together as a whole. Addacus is a truly multi-sensory programme and most important of all it is great fun.’

‘Today I went to a seminar about this new product and was so massively impressed I wanted to draw it to the attention of others ... Check it out’

‘Today I went to a seminar about this new product and was so massively impressed I wanted to draw it to the attention of others who may benefit. It is a highly structured programme with accompanying concrete aids to teach number concepts, particularly place value, number bonds, tables etc, in a multi-sensory way. I imagined from an advert I had seen that it was for use with individuals, but having seen it, I can envisage using it with our lowest maths set. It is brilliant for dyslexic / dyscalculic pupils. Check it out’

‘Addacus is working really well ... They are so enthusiastic about it – they all love it...’

‘Addacus is working really well – especially in terms of the vocabulary – lots of children have English as a second language. The children love the stringalongs. How many ways can you make 7 – amazing – they come up with so many solutions – this hadn’t been secure before!” It also removes the fear and the pupils are splitting numbers in two or three different ways. They are so enthusiastic about it – they all love it. The Deputy Head commented that the pupils weren’t frightened of Maths any more. He noticed their confidence!’

‘It’s fantastic... an innovative approach to helping children understand mathematical concepts...’

‘It’s fantastic. It’s an innovative approach to helping children understand mathematical concepts. This is what is missing. Our kids are going into secondary school with poor understanding of basic concepts. Let’s teach them with Addacus. This is the touchy feely approach. It’s compact and it dove-tails together beautifully.’

‘I am thrilled and delighted with the Addacus Packs. You have a clear structured teaching plan ... The quality of all the products is excellent ...’

‘I am thrilled and delighted with the Addacus Packs. You have a clear structured teaching plan, so cleverly enhanced in such an exciting way. The quality of all the products is excellent. I like the way you have introduced each stage with its tactile multi-sensory approach and the constant thread of repetition. The music, the rhymes and the stories help children to learn and memorise more easily. It’s the best visual aid I have come across in explaining subtraction. It has the ‘wow’ factor.’

‘The Addacus is a very useful resource – it applies innovative thinking to the age-old abacus, which very effectively helps users see and grasp the processes of place value ... an ideal supplement to wave 3 materials.’

‘The Addacus is a very useful resource – it applies innovative thinking to the age-old abacus, which very effectively helps users see and grasp the processes of place value. The additional materials offer multi-sensory learning experience, which will be of value to all children who are learning early concepts and developing their understanding of language. It will be especially valuable for pupils with special needs and an ideal supplement to wave 3 materials.’

‘... I would recommend ADDACUS to schools as an effective Wave 3 resource. I would also invite ADDACUS back to train colleagues ...’

‘The Addacus programme is systematic with a small step approach to basic number concepts. It allows for ongoing diagnostic assessment. I would recommend ADDACUS to schools as an effective Wave 3 resource. I would also invite ADDACUS back to train colleagues in Newcastle schools and would recommend both the training and resources to colleagues in other local authorities. ’