Description
Our Thermoplastic Clock marking is an essential and highly effective tool for taking numeracy out of the classroom. This bright, large-scale clock face provides a clear, interactive resource for children to master one of the most important core life skills: telling the time.
A Versatile Tool for Learning
This marking is far more than just a colourful design; it’s a hands-on learning aid. It helps children physically grasp abstract concepts by:
- Learning the basics of hour and minute hands.
- Visualising “quarter past,” “half past,” and “quarter to.”
- Practising counting in 5s as they move around the minute markers.
Benefits for Teachers and Lessons
For teachers, this is a fantastic, “always-ready” resource for outdoor maths lessons. You can get the whole class involved by:
- Having pupils use their bodies to become the “human hands” of the clock.
- Setting time-based maths problems (“What time will it be in 20 minutes?”).
- Using it as a station to explore basic angles (90° and 180°).
Benefits for Breaktime and PE
During breaks, the clock is the perfect central base for classic, active playground games like “What’s the time, Mr. Wolf?” This encourages social interaction, following rules, and energetic play. It can also be used as a fun station in PE warm-ups (“Run to 12!” or “Hop to 6!”).
We have various clock options available, allowing you to choose the design (such as different number styles or colours) that best suits your pupils’ age and your playground’s aesthetic. Made from high-quality, durable thermoplastic, this marking will provide a focal point for learning and play for many years.
