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Maths
Coat Hanger Number Line & Addition
Being able to count numbers in order is important, but more important is being able to recognise numbers and knowing what they are worth. Mixing numbers up for children to order and using objects to know a numbers worth set a solid foundation. From this step children are able to tackle addition.
Where Am I?
Indoors or outdoors there is always an opportunity to practise positional language and develop vocabulary. Make it fun and make it fast - how quick can they move the toy to find the correct position? Could be a sibling challenge!
Number Bonds to 10
Lots of ways to practice number bonds, using gems, numbers, numicon - use what you have. Once the children have made the bond, ask them to write the number sentences. Simple, easy set up which can be extended to add challenge.
Bottle Top Maths
Use what you have and most of us have milk cartons. Utilise the tops for letters or numbers, today I'm using them for numbers. So many possibilities, here are just a few!
Recognising 10
A great way to help with understanding numbers; recognition and value. Use whatever you have and it doesn't need to be in a tuff spot!
Pumpkin Maths
Children love this time of year and pumpkins offer lots of opportunities for learning. Today I've used them for maths. Ordering, weighing, measuring, counting, estimating and comparing. All about the questioning, discussion and vocabulary. Enjoy the season!
Matching Numbers to Amounts
Not going to apologise for yet another domino activity because my children love them. Counting, number recognition, subitising and could even be extended for adding or subtraction. Lots and lots of fun!
Shape Hunt
My children love a scavenger hunt, so this worked well when we were thinking about 2D shapes. Could easily be used for 3D shapes though. Lots of fun, lots of exploring and lots of conversations about the shapes around us. Give it a go!
Cookies in a Jar
A lovely activity which really engaged my children. Lots of counting, number recognition and even some simple addition and subtraction. Great fun!
Numbers
Simple set up and engaging, as children enjoy flipping the cards cards and then challenging themselves to make, add and subtract. Use buttons, pasta, Lego; whatever you have. Give it a go! 🃏♠️♦️♣️❤️Simple set up and engaging, as children enjoy flipping the cards cards and then challenging themselves to make, add and subtract. Use buttons, pasta, Lego; whatever you have. Give it a go! 🃏♠️♦️♣️❤️
Number Tracks
Nice activity so looking at numbers. This can be as easy if as challenging as you need. Could be done on paper, in a tuff spot or whiteboard pen a table or chalked outdoors .
Halloween Maths
So much maths in creepy crawlies and being Halloween there are lots of them about. To add more challenge you could ask how many more legs has a spider than an ant? In total, many legs altogether? Add the spider and the ant legs together, write the number sentence?
Monster Making
A simple, fun activity which incorporates a little look at numbers. Talk about the numbers, practise writing them, draw the facial features that match the amount. And of course, add lots of colour!
Matching Numbers to Amounts
Counting is one skill but being able to match the correct number to an amount is a very different skill. Using paper cups, this is an easy activity to set up at home or in the classroom.
Number Tracks
This proved to be a massive success; dice, cars and writing on a white board. A great way to think about addition, what it is, understanding it and problem solving. Very simple to set up and definitely an activity I will be repeating.
Counting, Number Recognition & Addition
Number recognition, counting out amounts, creating number sentences and then practise writing the numbers.
Sorting 2D and 3D Shapes
Simple set up and it doesn't need a tuff spot ; can easily be done on a table or floor. Activity can easily be extended by naming thecshapes and their properties. You could also add a timer and make competitive, who can sort the quickest?
Grouping/Multiplication
Carrying on the multiplication theme, today it's looking at grouping. This makes it very easy for the children to see how the amounts are made.
Outdoor Time
We've always enjoyed outdoor maths and this is a great activity which the children can set up for themselves. I normally have them working in small groups, discuss the resources they need to find and then let them create their own clocks.
Arrays
Multiplication can be a tricky concept for children to grasp. This is a fun and creative way for children to think about arrays and to see and be able to solve multiplication problems.
Tens & Ones
A good activity for helping to understand place value, the value of each digit in a number. It's important that children grasp that while a digit can be the same, its value depends on where it is in the number. Hands on learning....
Size Ordering
Today's activity is a about developing children's vocabulary and being able to recognise differences in their surroundings. Using the correct words to describe the size of objects can be a challenge for small children, so try to develop and use it whenever you can.
How tall.....?
Last couple of dinosaur activities coming up for International Dinosaur Day on the 21st May.
How about measuring height and length? Use cubes or perhaps even a ruler. Always encourage or introduce the correct vocabulary. Enjoy! 🦕🦕🦕Last couple of dinosaur activities coming up for International Dinosaur Day on the 21st May.
How about measuring height and length? Use cubes or perhaps even a ruler. Always encourage or introduce the correct vocabulary. Enjoy! 🦕🦕🦕
How about measuring height and length? Use cubes or perhaps even a ruler. Always encourage or introduce the correct vocabulary. Enjoy! 🦕🦕🦕Last couple of dinosaur activities coming up for International Dinosaur Day on the 21st May.
How about measuring height and length? Use cubes or perhaps even a ruler. Always encourage or introduce the correct vocabulary. Enjoy! 🦕🦕🦕
Adding 3 Numbers
Once children have mastered adding 2 numbers together, you can move on to adding 3. Practical learning is a great way to master this, as the children can see the amounts, organise their thoughts and work through the process. Give it a go!
Money
Money can be challenging topic for a lot of children. However with hands on and repeated practice it can be made easier to grasp. Start small, how many ways to make 10p and adapt as the children become more confident and able.
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