Weight and volume - Measure mass - Starter

In a mathematics lesson tailored for Year 1 students during the Spring term, the focus is on understanding the concepts of weight and volume, specifically measuring mass. The lesson starts with a 'Fluent in Four' revision activity designed to sharpen mental arithmetic skills. Students are presented with simple calculations such as subtracting half of 18 from 19 and adding 7 to 0. These exercises lay the groundwork for the day's learning, helping to build confidence in basic numerical operations.

Following the warm-up, the lesson moves on to comparative language in the context of mass, prompting students to complete sentences by adding the words 'heavier', 'lighter', or 'equal to' to describe the relative weight of different objects. The lesson also incorporates questions about length and shape recognition, asking students to identify which object is longer and to select the odd shape out from a group of squares, triangles, and circles. This multifaceted approach not only reinforces their understanding of mass but also integrates lessons on length and shapes, fostering a comprehensive grasp of basic measurement concepts.