Place value - Comparing objects - Starter

The starter activity for Year 2 during the Autumn Term's third week, Day 3, is an engaging exercise that encourages young learners to sharpen their understanding of place value and the concept of doubling. In this task, students are presented with a set of numbers broken down into tens and ones. They must calculate and identify the numbers represented by these place value blocks. For example, they might see a block arrangement of '10' and '1 1', which they need to interpret as the number eleven. This exercise helps students visualise and comprehend the value of digits in different positions.

Additionally, the activity involves comparing objects and finding doubles. Students are asked to count various shapes, such as cuboids, cylinders, pyramids, cubes, spheres, and cones, and fill in the blanks with the correct quantity of each. They are also tasked with doubling numbers, a fundamental arithmetic skill that enhances their understanding of multiplication and prepares them for more complex mathematical concepts. Simple addition problems like '13 + 5' help to reinforce their calculation skills, while comparative statements such as 'Twelve is four more than eight' assist them in grasping the concept of comparison. Through these exercises, students gain confidence in their ability to work with numbers and shapes.