Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division - Adding Whole Numbers with more than 4-digits - Worksheet

This worksheet is designed to help Year 6 students master the skill of adding whole numbers with more than four digits using formal written methods. The National Curriculum objective is to ensure children can confidently add and subtract such numbers, applying their understanding of column addition and subtraction. The resources provided for this lesson include differentiated worksheets and teaching slides, which cater to varying levels of student ability. Key vocabulary for the lesson includes terms such as 'column addition,' 'addition,' 'subtraction,' 'exchange,' and 'calculation.'

Students will revisit the concept of column addition, with a new focus on aligning numbers with more than four digits correctly according to their place value. They will use manipulatives and pictorial representations to aid their understanding and tackle word problems that require them to demonstrate their calculation skills in their books. The worksheet presents various scenarios, such as calculating the total attendance at a rugby match over different days or determining the final balance in a business account after a deposit. The activities are designed to encourage students to think critically about the exchange process in addition, whether the order of numbers affects the sum, and how to handle numbers with differing digits. The worksheet aims to develop fluency and precision in adding large numbers, preparing students for more complex arithmetic challenges.