Place value - Rounding to the nearest 10 - Starter

In a mathematics lesson for Year 5 students, the focus is on mastering place value, specifically rounding numbers to the nearest ten. The session starts with a quick mental arithmetic exercise where students are asked to solve problems such as '7 x 7 ='. The 'Fluent in Four' section serves as a revision tool, challenging students to identify numbers represented by visual aids, such as counters arranged in tens and ones. They must also demonstrate their understanding of multiplication by writing calculations that correspond to the visual representations provided, such as '8 x 14 ='.

The lesson continues with an exercise that requires the students to determine the value of rows of counters, each row comprising a certain number of tens and ones. They must calculate the total value represented by these rows. Additionally, the students delve into understanding hundredths by working with a concept of 100 beads, where each bead represents one hundredth of a whole. They are tasked with combining hundredths to make a whole and completing calculations that reinforce their comprehension of place value and rounding. This engaging approach to learning ensures that students are well-versed in the foundational aspects of place value and are able to apply this knowledge to various mathematical contexts.