Weight and volume - Compare capacity - Starter

In a series of exercises aimed at Year 1 students during Spring Term's Week 11, children are introduced to basic concepts of weight, volume, and number operations. The "Fluent in Four" revision segment prompts students to perform simple arithmetic, such as subtracting four from twenty and adding zero to seventeen. These activities are designed to sharpen their mental maths skills. Additionally, practical questions about everyday objects help students relate maths to the world around them. They are asked to compare the volume of liquid in a bottle, measured in units, and determine which of two pears is heavier using a comparison with balls. Another task requires them to identify which basket contains more corn on the cobs, further developing their ability to compare quantities.

The exercises continue with a focus on comparative language and logical reasoning. Students are asked to complete sentences by adding the phrases 'more than' or 'less than' to compare the amounts in two groups. They are also challenged to identify the odd shape out of a given set, encouraging them to recognize differences in shapes. In a practical application of division, they assess Leanna's statement about grouping her 14 bottles into groups of three and determine whether she would indeed have five groups. Through these varied activities, children are not only practising their numerical skills but also learning to apply mathematical concepts to solve problems and make comparisons in everyday situations.