Mass, Capacity, Temperature - Measure mass g - Starter

In a Year 2 mathematics session, part of the Summer Term's Week 9 curriculum, students are encouraged to engage with the concept of equal groupings and mass comparison through hands-on activities. The lesson begins with a practical exercise where children use counters or objects to explore whether they can create 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 equal groups, marking their findings with a tick or cross in the provided table. This activity helps to build foundational skills in division and understanding of multiples, which are key elements of the maths curriculum for this age group.

The lesson also includes problem-solving tasks that require students to compare the mass of different items, such as peaches and ice creams. They are asked to determine how many of one item weighs the same as another, fostering critical thinking and the application of measurement concepts. In addition to this, children are presented with numerical challenges, such as finding a number that is five less than one hundred divided by a quarter of 20, and reflecting an arrow on a diagram. These activities are designed to reinforce their arithmetic skills and introduce basic geometry concepts, ensuring a well-rounded approach to numeracy development.