Children find it really helpful to see why they need to learn maths. You can let them see you measuring for decorating the house or cooking, or let them use money in the shops to work out change. It is useful for them to be part of what you do with numbers in order to learn new skills such as reading train timetables or telling the time by reading television schedules.

Any time they are bored or waiting for something provides a great opportunity to learn quick-fire maths calculations, such as times tables, adding numbers to 100, counting forwards and backwards and so on.

• Big Brainz - download an exciting (free!) game which teaches children their times tables.

• BBC Numeracy - A wide range of activities, games and resources to develop your child's Numeracy skills.

• Percy Parker - an excellent CD which children can use to learn their tables.

• Schoolhouse Tech - use this software to make your own Numeracy challenges!

• Revisewise for Parents - Find out about the National Curriculum, tests, and how you can support them.