Recall and use addition facts of 8

The CanDoMaths ArithmeKit is a comprehensive resource designed to help Year 6 students improve their addition skills, specifically targeting the number 8. Students are prompted to check and correct Coco's work, ensuring they understand the various combinations that sum to 8. For instance, Coco has correctly identified that 7 plus 1 equals 8, and similarly 4 plus 4 equals 8. However, there are mistakes in Coco's work that need correcting, such as the incorrect equation 1 plus 8 equals 8. The task encourages students to create their own list of calculations that add up to 8, reinforcing their understanding of addition facts.

Another engaging activity involves using practical resources such as cubes to visualise and record different ways to make 8. By moving one cube from one tower to another and recording the new number sentence each time, students can see the various combinations of two numbers that result in 8. This hands-on approach not only aids in grasping the concept of addition but also helps to dispel misconceptions, such as the idea that two odd numbers cannot add up to 8. The resource provides a structured and interactive way for students to explore and internalise basic addition facts, laying a strong foundation for more complex mathematical concepts.