Max Maths, Year 1, Try it, Place value

In the 'Max Maths' curriculum for Year 1, the 'Try It' section introduces young learners to the foundational concept of place value, focusing on understanding tens and ones. This particular exercise is designed to help children break down numbers into tens and ones, allowing them to see how numbers are constructed in a simple and accessible way. The activity presents a series of numbers (labelled as a, b, and c), and students are asked to identify the quantity of tens and ones in each number. They are required to fill in the blanks with the correct number of tens and the correct number of ones that make up the given number.

For instance, if a number is presented as '43', students would write '4 tens and 3 ones' to demonstrate their understanding of how the number is composed. This exercise not only strengthens their grasp of place value but also prepares them for more complex mathematical concepts in the future. To further reinforce learning, students are directed to workbook pages 19 to 21, where additional practice materials and examples can be found. This structured approach ensures that children can practice the concept of place value in a variety of contexts, cementing their understanding through repetition and variation.