Place Value - Compare and Order - Starter

The lesson plan for Year 6 students on Day 5 of the Autumn Term involves a series of mathematical exercises designed to strengthen their understanding of place value and their ability to compare and order numbers. The 'Fluent in Four' revision segment challenges students to engage with various calculations that require a solid grasp of place value concepts. They are presented with a number in a place value chart and tasked with identifying the number represented, as well as performing multiplication calculations. This exercise helps to reinforce their understanding of the value of digits in different positions within a number, ranging from millions to ones.

Additionally, the lesson includes conversion tasks where students must apply their knowledge of place value to convert measurements. For example, they are required to convert kilograms to grams, which necessitates an understanding of the metric system and the ability to multiply by the appropriate conversion factor. The exercises are designed to be progressively challenging, encouraging students to think critically and apply their mathematical skills to solve problems. Through these activities, students practice key skills such as addition, multiplication, and conversion, all within the context of understanding and manipulating large numbers and their place values.