Place value within 10 - Representing objects 2 - Planning

In Year 1 Autumn term, the maths planning focuses on the small step of 'Representing Numbers to 10'. This lesson aims to help children understand and practice representing quantities using various methods. The resources provided include differentiated sheets, teaching slides, and physical objects such as counters, cubes, and Lego to aid practical counting. Additionally, numbers written as words are used to reinforce the connection between numerals and their written counterparts. Key vocabulary such as 'count', 'total', and 'represent' are introduced, and children are encouraged to visit the website for further vocabulary cards and definitions.

The lesson begins with a recap of previous learning, asking the children to remember different ways to represent a quantity of objects, like pictures, counters, numerals, or words. During the class teaching input, the teacher models how to complete a table by drawing simple counters, writing digits, and writing the corresponding word. Partner work is encouraged, and children are prompted to think of other ways to represent numbers, such as using fingers or cubes. Independent learning is facilitated through differentiated worksheets, and the plenary involves a 'Give me five' reflection activity where children evaluate what they've learned and the skills they've used or found challenging. To support various levels of understanding, options are provided, ranging from using a number track for support in number recognition to writing numbers without any support for those at greater depth.