Addition and Subtraction Target Board - Written methods

The Target Board 2 from KS2Gems is an engaging educational tool designed for Year 5 students to practice and enhance their addition and subtraction skills. The objective is to enable students to confidently add and subtract whole numbers that exceed four digits, utilising formal written methods. This resource is particularly useful for reinforcing mathematical concepts in a dynamic and interactive way. By presenting a variety of numbers on the target board, students are encouraged to calculate sums and differences, either by using the numbers provided or by finding pairs that meet certain criteria, such as summing to a total greater than 15,000 or identifying pairs with a difference of no more than 5,000.

Target Boards offer a versatile approach to math practice, suitable for both whole class engagement and small group work. Teachers can easily adapt the difficulty level to suit different abilities within the classroom by setting varied instructions for each group. The use of whiteboards and pens allows for quick and easy participation, making these sessions an ideal warm-up or wrap-up activity. Whether it's finding pairs of numbers to solve addition and subtraction problems or applying written methods to reach specific numerical targets, Target Boards are a perfect resource for retrieval practice and honing math skills in a fun, collaborative setting.