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Functional Maths Worksheets for Real-Life Learning
Build practical number readiness through matching, sorting, same/different, colours, shapes, quantities, full/empty and a gradual number-and-money progression.
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Maths starts before counting
Functional Maths begins with visual discrimination and real-object concepts rather than abstract sums. Learners can respond by pointing, matching, circling or placing a card, then progress toward number and money skills.
Suitable for: Learners with autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, intellectual disability, developmental delay, and non-verbal or AAC users—placed by current functional ability rather than age.
- Matching, sorting and same/different
- Colours, shapes and visual discrimination
- Quantity readiness and full/empty
- Number and money progression for daily life
How to choose a level
Choose by functional ability—not age, school class or diagnosis. Begin where the learner can respond successfully with pointing, matching, circling, placing a card, speech or AAC.
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Functional Maths curriculum FAQ
My child cannot count yet—is Level 1 too advanced?+
No. Functional Maths Level 1 begins before counting with matching, sorting, same/different, colours, shapes, full/empty and quantity readiness.
Is Level 1 suitable for a non-verbal child?+
Yes. Level 1 allows responses through pointing, matching, placing a card, signs, speech or AAC. Independent speech is not required.
Does the learner need to read or write?+
No. Level 1 begins with picture-based and receptive tasks. Reading or handwriting is not compulsory unless a product explicitly states otherwise.
Can therapists and schools use these materials?+
Yes. Parents, therapists, special educators and schools can use the resources according to the licence supplied with the product.
How do I choose the correct level?+
Use the Placement Guide and choose by current functional ability, not age or school class. Different subjects can be at different levels.
Can I buy individual units?+
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