Why is problem solving and reasoning important in primary school mathematics?

Problem solving is beneficial for children as they are constantly learning how to develop a wide variety of different skills developing reasoning skills in Maths is vital to being successful in new curriculum SATs. 

Within foundation phase mathematics in Wales the curriculum as stated in the Donaldson report, will focus on developing numerical reasoning, there will be a stronger emphasis on using number skills, measuring skills and lastly using data skills. In Scotland number, money, measurement, shape, position, movement and information handling are the key elements that early level focuses on. Education Scotland, 2017. The new curriculum will focus on they both focus on data management, t Each of the Areas of Learning and Experience should make distinct and strong contributions to developing the four purposes of the curriculum. Taken together, they should define the breadth of the curriculum. Donaldson, 2015.