<![CDATA[Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math]]>Dear parents, for those of you who pm me, thank you for your kind words.


I have decided to stop sharing the resources for several reasons.

1. I understand that kiasuparents may not permit sharing of resources in this section and may move it to another section. It is never my intention to sell my materials here.
I came to this conclusion because it moved my thread of sharing P5 materials to another section.

2. I am sharing these materials which I use for my own students. Hence, I cannot and will not make the links permanent. If I make them permanent, anyone can access them anytime and make use of them other than to use them for their personal use.

Hope you can understand why this thread is discontinued. Thank you for your support.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/topic/66633/preparing-for-2014-psle-mathRSS for NodeThu, 07 May 2026 05:23:31 GMTThu, 16 Jan 2014 04:02:34 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Wed, 15 Jan 2014 03:10:14 GMT]]>Why all links show like this below error message :


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]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1192023https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1192023Wed, 15 Jan 2014 03:10:14 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Wed, 15 Jan 2014 02:57:05 GMT]]>How come all the links are saying Access Expired…

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1192006https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1192006Wed, 15 Jan 2014 02:57:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Mon, 13 Jan 2014 08:29:39 GMT]]>Dear angatheart,


This is a wonderful thread and just found it. Pls share again, the link has expired.

Thank you!

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1190250https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1190250Mon, 13 Jan 2014 08:29:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Fri, 10 Jan 2014 03:01:34 GMT]]>

angatheart:
The purpose of this thread is to share resources to help pupils prepare for the upcoming PSLE in 2014.


I have compiled the past years exam questions into worksheets for my students. I am also thinking of coming up with a PSLE guidebook in future.

Hope you will find it useful and please give me feedback.

I will start off by sharing 2012 top school exam papers. You may need to have a hightail account to access it.

2012 P6 Math Exam Papers
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhkUnFEbUxyZHNUQw
Dear angatheart
Can u pls share again, the site has expired.

thank you

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1187505https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1187505Fri, 10 Jan 2014 03:01:34 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Tue, 07 Jan 2014 03:58:50 GMT]]>Due to lack of interest and responses, this thread will be discontinued. Thank you for your attention in the past. I will continue to contribute to this forum in other threads. Thank you.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1184180https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1184180Tue, 07 Jan 2014 03:58:50 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Fri, 03 Jan 2014 03:38:40 GMT]]>Unit 5 Fractions

Fractions have been taught in P5 and it remains one of the most important topics in P6.

Worksheets
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNMeW55SWU5eFdxV2NUQw

Answer Key
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNMeW55SWU4NVdVQU1UQw

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1180658https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1180658Fri, 03 Jan 2014 03:38:40 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Sun, 22 Dec 2013 23:59:52 GMT]]>Investigative Task for Unit 3 Algebra


One useful way to help children appreciate algebra is the use of Function Machines or the Input-Output Machines. They are easily available online.

Function Machine
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKeVdzNnlZY1NxV2NUQw

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1172016https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1172016Sun, 22 Dec 2013 23:59:52 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Sat, 21 Dec 2013 05:17:51 GMT]]>Investigative Task for Unit 2


The number puzzle ABCD x 9 = DCBA is commonly found in Math Olympiad. It tests one on logical thinking and number concepts.

Step 1
Since the answer is a multiple of 9, so A has to be 1, otherwise the answer will be a 5-digit number.
A=1, D=9

Step 2
B can be more than 1, since 1200 x 9 = 10800, so B has to be 0.
A=1, B=0, D=9

Step 3
To get an answer of 9C01, C x 9 = C0, C has to be 8 since 8 x 9 = 72 and 72 + 8 = 80.
A=1, B=0, C=8, D=9

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1171050https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1171050Sat, 21 Dec 2013 05:17:51 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Thu, 19 Dec 2013 23:19:28 GMT]]>In unit 1, there is a type of questions called Before-after Difference.


Jeffrey and Mary shared a certain sum of money. At first, Mary had $180 more than Jeffrey. When she gave away 1/7 of her money to Jeffrey, she had $20 less than Jeffrey.
(a) How much had Mary at first?
(b) What was the ratio of Jeffrey’s original amount to Mary’s original amount?

This is an example of a question where one can explore the use of different heuristics.

As I am not able to draw models here, I shall demonstrate how one can use unit method and logical method here.

Unit method
_______Mary___Jeffrey
Before-->7u____7u-180
Change->-1u____+1u
After---> 6u____8u-180

8u - 180 - 6u --> 20
2u --> 180 + 20 = 200
1u --> 100
7u --> 700
(a) Mary had $700 at first.

700 - 180 : 700 = 520 : 700 = 26 : 35
(b) The ratio is 26 : 35.

Logical method
180 + 20 = 200
200/2 = 100
100 x 7 = 700
(a) Mary had $700 at first.

700 - 180 : 700 = 520 : 700 = 26 : 35
(b) The ratio is 26 : 35.

Note: The logical method is the fastest method here, but not necessarily the easiest method, unless one can understand the fact that when both you and a friend have an equal amount of money and you give your friend a certain amount of money, your friend is going to have double the amount more than you.

In other words, from $180 more to $20 less, the change is $200. Which means to say that Mary must have given $100 to Jeffrey to bring about the change.

Anyone solves this differently? Let's discuss.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1169440https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1169440Thu, 19 Dec 2013 23:19:28 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Tue, 17 Dec 2013 06:20:19 GMT]]>Unit 4 Data Analysis


This is a minor topic which includes graphs and pie charts. Pie charts is a new topic in P6 while Graphs has been taught in earlier levels.

Worksheet
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhRYTI1aWE1aWNUQw

Answer Key
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhRYTJTSUIzZU1UQw

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167966https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167966Tue, 17 Dec 2013 06:20:19 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Tue, 17 Dec 2013 05:57:08 GMT]]>Unit 3 Algebra


Algebra is the first new topic in P6. However, many pupils should already be familiar with the use of algebra in simultaneous method. Still it is good to introduce this topic with the use of some investigative tasks shared here.

Worksheet
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhUVEgwZ2xDaDhUQw

Answer Key
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhUVEgwVWxnRXNUQw

Investigative Tasks
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhUVEhreERyZHNUQw

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167944https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167944Tue, 17 Dec 2013 05:57:08 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Tue, 17 Dec 2013 02:18:22 GMT]]>Unit 2 Patterns


Patterns is another topic taught in P5 but popularly tested in P6 exam papers.

Worksheet
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhUY1NPSHpLd01UQw

Answer Key
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhUY1MzeUxWUThUQw

Investigative Task
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhUY1N0QTNMbjhUQw

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167795https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167795Tue, 17 Dec 2013 02:18:22 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Tue, 17 Dec 2013 01:29:39 GMT]]>Unit 1 Whole Numbers


Whole Numbers is not taught in P6 but will still be assessed as it is essentially a P5 topic and part of PSLE syllabus.

We can treat it as a revision topic. I am sharing with you here the worksheet, the answer key and a set of investigative tasks.

The purpose of investigative tasks is to help children build or reinforce concepts. They are also sometimes used to teach heuristics.

Your feedback and discussion are most welcome. Do let me know if you spot any errors.

Disclaimer
Please use the materials for personal use. Do share with other parents as well. Please do not reproduce them for other unauthorized uses.

Worksheet
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhYTkE4NVc1eDhUQw

Answer Key
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhlK3g5eFU5WThUQw

Investigative activities
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhlK3hlcEt4djhUQw

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167771https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167771Tue, 17 Dec 2013 01:29:39 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Tue, 17 Dec 2013 00:28:13 GMT]]>This is the PSLE syllabus I have compiled based on the questions that appeared on paper 2 of schools' exam papers.


Unit 1 Whole Numbers
Unit 2 Patterns
Unit 3 Algebra
Unit 4 Data Analysis
Unit 5 Fractions
Unit 6 Percentage
Unit 7 Ratio
Unit 8 Speed
Unit 9 Average and Rates
Unit 10 Gap Concept
Unit 11 Working Backwards
Unit 12 Simultaneous Concept\t
Unit 13 Geometry
Unit 14 Circles
Unit 15 Area
Unit 16 Volume

For a more detailed list, please go to
PSLE topics
https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhUTStwM2tUWThUQw

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167741https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167741Tue, 17 Dec 2013 00:28:13 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Preparing for 2014 PSLE Math on Tue, 17 Dec 2013 00:14:12 GMT]]>This thread contains the link for 2013 Prelim Math Papers.

https://www.hightail.com/download/elNKckhlZDVRYTlESjlVag

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167738https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/1167738Tue, 17 Dec 2013 00:14:12 GMT