Length and height - Order length - Starter

In an engaging mathematics session designed for Year 2 students during the summer term, the class focuses on comparing lengths and understanding the concept of time and fractions through practical examples and exercises. The lesson starts with a "Fluent in Four" revision, where students are challenged with arithmetic problems such as subtracting 32 from 86 and finding the result of half of one hundred minus double ten. The exercises are crafted to reinforce mental math skills and encourage quick thinking.

The session continues with a hands-on activity where students compare different lengths. They are presented with measurements such as 50 cm, 1 metre, 43 cm, and 29 cm, and are tasked with determining whether these lengths are longer than, shorter than, or the same as each other, using the given units of measurement. In another part of the lesson, the students explore the accumulation of quantities over time. They help Leanna calculate how many football cards she will have after 6 days if she collects 3 more each day, starting with 6 cards. This exercise strengthens their understanding of addition and number sequences. Lastly, the class delves into fractions by identifying which of several pictures shows a quarter coloured in, enhancing their ability to recognize and compare fractions visually.