Addition and subtraction teacher instructions

The provided booklet is a comprehensive resource for Year 5 teachers to support the teaching of addition and subtraction objectives. Each activity within the booklet is aligned with specific objectives, which are conveniently listed at the top of the respective pages. To facilitate the planning process, a clear list of required equipment and resources is included for each activity. Additionally, the booklet is user-friendly, featuring symbols to indicate whether an activity is best suited for the whole class, smaller groups, or pairs, allowing teachers to tailor their lessons to the dynamics and needs of their classroom.

Teachers have the flexibility to incorporate these activities at various stages of the lesson. They can be utilised at the start to review and assess prior knowledge, during the main part of the lesson to reinforce new learning, or at the end to evaluate students' progress. The activities are intended to complement and enhance the existing curriculum materials and are particularly useful for reinforcing concepts with children who require additional support through intervention groups. For further supplementary resources, teachers are directed to explore the KS2Gems website, where they can find additional tools such as Target Boards, Loop Cards, and Four in Four exercises, all designed to support the teaching of addition and subtraction.