Singapore Math Bar Model Method: A Complete Guide for Parents

The bar model method (also called the Model Method or Model Drawing) is a visual problem-solving strategy that forms the foundation of Singapore's primary mathematics curriculum. If your child is in Primary 3 to Primary 6, bar models are how they are expected to solve word problems in school and in the PSLE.

This guide explains the three main bar model types, how they work, and how KLARA draws them automatically for your child so they can practise independently.

The Three Types of Bar Models

See also: PSLE Math Preparation Guide and AI Math Tutor vs Tuition in Singapore.