Place value - Count forwards and backwards within 20 - Planning

The Year 2 curriculum for Autumn focuses on place value, specifically teaching children to count forwards and backwards within the range of 20. The objectives set by the National Curriculum include counting to and across 20, reading and writing numbers from 1 to 20 in both numerals and words, and identifying numbers using various representations such as objects, pictorial representations, and number lines. The key vocabulary for this unit includes terms like 'count', 'numbers', 'forwards', 'backwards', 'teen', 'after', 'before', and 'represented'. The lesson plan suggests using concrete resources like base 10/counters, number word cards, and differentiated worksheets to facilitate learning. The teaching slides aim to help children understand the concept of 'teen' numbers and the place value system through interactive activities.

During the class, children will engage in activities designed to reinforce their counting skills. They will count in different voices, match numbers to images, and use ten frames and counters to visualise numbers. These exercises help them to grasp the concept of 'teen' numbers and how to count efficiently without recounting each counter. The lesson also includes reasoning and problem-solving activities where children identify odd numbers out or indicate when a specific number is heard during counting. To address common misconceptions, the lesson plan highlights the importance of correct pronunciation of 'teen' numbers to distinguish them from multiples of ten. The 'Give me five' reflection activity at the end of the lesson encourages children to think about what they have learned, the skills they used, and any difficulties they encountered, ensuring they remember key aspects of the lesson.