Max Maths, Year 1, Learn together, Addition using number bonds

In the 'Max Maths' programme for Year 1 students, one of the key lessons focuses on learning addition through the use of number bonds. Number bonds are simple addition problems that students use to understand how numbers join together to make a new number. In this particular lesson, the students are tasked with finding three numbers that when added together equal ten. For example, the numbers 2, 3, and 5 can be combined (2 + 3 + 5) to make 10. This concept is illustrated with a visual aid showing 10 beads, reinforcing the idea that these separate numbers come together to form a total of 10.

The 'Let’s Try It' section of the lesson encourages students to further practice making 10 using number bonds. They are presented with a number, such as 4, and are asked to find out what additional number needs to be added to make 10. This is depicted with an image of fish, prompting students to count and determine how many more fish are needed to reach a total of 10. This hands-on activity helps to solidify their understanding of how numbers combine and the concept of addition, which is foundational for their future mathematical learning.