Max Maths, Year 1, Practice, Doubling near numbers

In the Max Maths Year 1 practice section on doubling near numbers, students are introduced to the concept of doubling and near doubling as a strategy for mental addition. The initial example provided demonstrates how to use this method with two sets of bottles on shelves: one with 7 bottles and the other with 6. Students are encouraged to think of the sum of 7 + 6 as a double of the smaller number plus one more, which helps them to quickly calculate the total number of bottles.

For the 'Let's Practise' exercises, students are asked to complete a series of addition sentences using the doubling method. This includes straightforward doubles such as 2 + 2, 3 + 3, and extends to larger numbers like 7 + 7. They are also presented with near doubles scenarios, such as adding 5 + 6 or 4 + 3, where they must identify the double of the smaller number and then add or subtract one accordingly to find the total. These exercises are designed to reinforce the concept of doubling and near doubling, aiding the development of quick mental addition skills. Students can continue practicing these methods on workbook pages 100 to 101 to further consolidate their understanding.