Max Maths, Year 4, Learn together, Different times of the day (1)

In the Year 4 curriculum of Max Maths, students are introduced to the fundamental units of time as a part of their learning journey. The lesson begins with a review of these essential time measurements. Students are reminded that 1 hour consists of 60 minutes, a full day encompasses 24 hours, a week is made up of 7 days, and that there are 12 months in a year. This foundational knowledge is crucial as they explore the concept of time further. They are encouraged to refer to their workbooks on pages 105 to 108 for more detailed exercises and explanations.

The lesson then delves into understanding the different times of the day by categorising them into two distinct groups. Students learn about the 12-hour clock system and how the hours of the day are split between 'a.m.' and 'p.m.' The hours from midnight to midday are followed by 'a.m.', signifying the time before noon. Conversely, the hours from midday to midnight are followed by 'p.m.', indicating the time after noon. This simple yet effective way of dividing the day helps children to differentiate and understand the cycle of a day, as they become familiar with the 24-hour division into two 12-hour segments.