Numeracy

This term we are re-visiting fractions, equivalent fractions and how we simplify them. We use a variety of ways to do this including using our knowledge of factors and bar modelling. We started by making our own resources to use in the lessons which was a fraction wall, although folding a strip of paper into … Continue reading →

Today in Maths, Owls worked practically to count on. They practised counting on by using a range of manipulatives including; their fingers, beads, numicon and number lines. The range of methods practised allowed them to work out different addition questions. The children also confidently formed their own number sentences using the addition sign and equal … Continue reading →

We have been busy learning about partitioning numbers and how we can flexibly partition them also. Eagles could show different ways to record their findings and share their own ideas.

This week we have been learning how to compare numbers and we have been using the terms ‘greater than’, ‘less than’ and ‘equal to’. Today in Maths, Owls used calculators to solve addition questions and compared their answers with another number. The children enjoyed using calculators for the first time and worked very hard.

In maths we have been learning about fractions. We went outside to use hola hoops and  balls and chalk and cubes to make it interactive and fun. The children really enjoyed maths being out of the classroom.