Place Value - Numbers to 100,000 - Planning

The Year 6 lesson on 'Numbers to 100,000' is an introductory session in the Autumn term focusing on place value. The lesson aims to deepen the understanding of the numerical system by having students represent, read, and write numbers up to 100,000 using a place value grid. Key vocabulary such as 'thousands', 'hundreds', 'tens', 'ones', and 'ten thousand' is emphasised to support the learning process. Students begin by counting the number of counters in each column of the place value grid to identify the value of each digit in a number. They then practice recording the numbers in both numerals and words, and learn how to add values like 10, 100, and 1,000 to the original number, understanding the concept of exchanging when a column exceeds ten counters.

During the lesson, children work in small groups to tackle reasoning problems that challenge them to partition numbers and understand sequences. They share their strategies and solutions, enhancing their reasoning skills and ability to articulate mathematical concepts. The lesson also includes a plenary where students reflect on what they've learned, such as reading and writing large numbers, and the skills they've used or found challenging, like adding, subtracting, and exchanging. Differentiated activities cater to varying levels of mastery, from those 'Working towards' who focus on writing numbers in place value grids, to those 'Working at Greater depth' who deal with exchanges while representing numbers. This structured approach ensures that each student can progress in their understanding of place value up to 100,000.