YEAR ONE
Addition
In this video we find out about the different strategies and equipment we use to teach addition in year one. We start with concrete resources and then move onto pictorial representations, number lines and finally hundred squares for larger numbers.
Subtraction
In this video we demonstrate the different strategies that we use to teach subtraction in year one, starting with concrete resources and moving on to pictorial representations. We also point out some common misconceptions that can occur when taking away.
Supporting Basic Mental Maths
In this video, we share with you some mental maths strategies and how to work out answers, using knowledge that the children already have. We look at the importance of knowing and recognising patterns in numbers, and offer ideas for how to support your children at home.