Place value within 10 - Counting from a group - Planning

In the first week of Year 1 Autumn term maths planning, students tackle the concept of place value within 10, focusing on counting objects from a group of up to 10. The lesson starts with a small step starter to recap previous learning, where children will count objects one by one, recognising that the last number stated represents the total count. The class is introduced to key vocabulary such as 'count', 'total', and 'zero', with an emphasis on understanding the concept of zero as representing nothing or an empty set. Resources for the lesson include differentiated sheets in colour, teaching slides, and practical counting objects like counters and Lego. The children are encouraged to line up objects to facilitate easier counting and to sort items based on characteristics like colour, which is crucial for the colour-coded worksheets provided.

Throughout the session, students engage in partner work and independent activities, with a plenary to consolidate their learning. They are prompted to discuss and demonstrate strategies that simplify counting, such as grouping or lining up objects. The lesson also introduces subitising, helping children quickly identify small groups of objects without needing to count each one individually. Key questions guide the children to reflect on their counting strategies, the importance of the first number they say, and the concept of zero. By the end of the lesson, students are expected to have a firmer grasp on counting within 10, sorting objects, and recognising zero, with differentiated outcomes for those working towards, at, or beyond the expected level of understanding. The lesson concludes with a 'Give me five' reflection, where students review what they've learned, the skills they've used, any difficulties they've faced, and the support they've received, ensuring they remember key takeaways from the day's lesson.