Page 5 - ICSE Math 1

PREFACE

Mathematics is a challenging and rewarding subject that needs to be learnt and
taught with the right approach. It is observed that a large section of students

consider mathematics to be a difficult and monotonous subject but when
approached through understanding and clarity of thought, it becomes an easy
and interesting subject.

ICSE Mathematics is a sincere effort to meet the expectations of the students and

teachers. It aims to help the students gain knowledge of terms, concepts, symbols
and methods, and apply them while solving the exercises. The books conform to
the latest curriculum of Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations

(CISCE). All the concepts given in the books have been clearly explained with
the help of examples. The chapters contain various in-text exercises covering
all the concepts taught followed by review exercises and progress worksheets. A
variety of activities are given to strengthen the knowledge of concepts learnt by
the students. Questions based on values and life skills are provided at the end of

the chapters.

Vision of ICSE Mathematics (1 and 2)

• To develop numerical ability in a child

• To make a child capable of deciding which approach is the best for solving a
problem

• To pursue assumption to a child’s logical conclusion

• To allow a child articulate reasons behind doing a particular exercise
• To nurture mathematical thinking and systematic reasoning of a child

• To help a child observe relationships and to fi nd connections

• To help a child use the concepts confi dently in day-to-day life

• To arouse a child’s interest and curiosity in geometrical facts and fi gures

• To inspire critical thinking and widen the child’s scope in solving a problem

Th e books will help the children to enhance their Mathematical skills through regular
practice thus strengthening the foundation of the subject at an early age.

A feedback for further improvement of books will be highly appreciated.