Identify and describe patterns in the number system
I can identify and describe patterns in the number system.
Identify and describe patterns in the number system
I can identify and describe patterns in the number system.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- The pattern of counting in 50s can be seen in whole numbers and decimals.
- The pattern of counting in 25s can be seen in whole numbers and decimals.
- The pattern of counting in 20s can be seen in whole numbers and decimals.
Keywords
Equal parts - When we divide, we split an object, number or quantity into equal parts. Each equal part will have the same value as the others in the whole.
Divide - When we divide, we split an object, number or quantity into equal parts.
Common misconception
Pupils may not see the connection between the common divisions of 1,000, 100, 10 and 1 and they may not see the multiplication sign representing the word of when reading the equations.
Allow pupils time to explore the representations of the divisions of 1,000, 100, 10 and 1 alongside each other. Encourage the equations to be read using multiplied by and also of which is more commonly used with fractions of amounts.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
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6 Questions
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