Max Maths, Year 1, Learn together, Comparing numbers to 20

In the 'Max Maths, Year 1, Learn together' series, young students are introduced to the concept of comparing numbers up to 20 in a fun and engaging way. Through the context of counting chicks, children are encouraged to explore which numbers are greater or fewer than others. For example, they are asked to determine which hen has more chicks. The black hen, with 3 more chicks than the yellow hen, becomes a practical example of how 10 is greater than 7. The idea is conveyed in simple terms: "10 is 3 more than 7" and "10 is bigger than 7," making it easier for Year 1 students to grasp the concept of comparison.

Conversely, the lesson also covers the concept of having fewer through a similar comparison. Students are prompted to identify which hen has fewer chicks, leading to the understanding that the yellow hen has 3 fewer chicks than the black hen. This comparison is broken down into straightforward statements: "7 is 3 less than 10" and "7 is smaller than 10." These comparisons are designed to help children visualize and comprehend the differences in numbers within 20, laying the foundation for their mathematical learning journey.