Position and direction - Describe position 2 - Starter

In the Year 2 mathematics curriculum, during the Summer Term of Week 3, Day 2, students engage in a series of activities designed to strengthen their arithmetic and data handling skills. The 'Fluent in Four' revision segment encourages quick mental calculations, such as subtracting 63 from 72 and manipulating numbers to find the result of doubling 38 then subtracting 40 and 8. These exercises not only reinforce basic subtraction but also introduce the concept of place value by breaking down numbers into tens and ones. Additionally, learners are asked to complete sentences related to time, specifically identifying 'half past four' in a context that may involve interpreting clock faces.

The lesson also includes a data handling component, where students are presented with a list of vehicles – vans, buses, cars, limos, and trucks – adding up to a total of 10 vehicles. They are tasked with comparing quantities, such as determining how many more cars were seen than trucks, and calculating the combined total of vans, cars, and trucks. To further develop their understanding of position and direction, the students use the terms 'left' and 'right' to complete stem sentences, enhancing their spatial awareness. These exercises not only teach mathematical concepts but also help students to apply their knowledge to real-world situations, thereby improving their problem-solving abilities.