Place Value within 50 - Count in 2s - Starter

In a Year 1 mathematics lesson focusing on place value within 50, students are introduced to counting in twos as a starter activity. This is followed by a 'Fluent in Four' revision exercise designed to consolidate their arithmetic skills. In this exercise, children are presented with a series of equations and are tasked with finding solutions using their understanding of basic operations. For instance, they may be asked to calculate half of 8 and then add 6, or to determine the sum of 8 plus 9. These activities aim to reinforce their numerical fluency within the context of the numbers 1 to 50.

The lesson then progresses to a number ordering task where students use a sequence of numbers ranging from 21 to 50. They are instructed to arrange selected numbers in ascending order, enhancing their comprehension of numerical order and place value. Additionally, the lesson includes a shape recognition component, where students must identify the odd one out among a group of shapes, further developing their analytical and comparative skills. This multifaceted approach to learning not only helps children grasp the concept of place value within 50 but also bolsters their problem-solving abilities and understanding of geometric properties.