This week we are going to be learning about...
- subtraction
- nature in our local area
We will be learning...
- different vocabulary involved in subtraction, e.g minus, subtract, take away, less than
- to say one less or ten less than a number
- to solve subtraction calculations using objects
- to solve subtraction calculations by counting back from a number in our heads
- to develop rapid recall of simple subtraction facts e.g 2 - 1 or 4 - 2
- to solve problems involving subtraction
- to subtract multiples of ten from a number
- to solve subtraction calculations using 2 digit numbers
- how to stay safe when exploring our local area
- what plants grow in our local area
- what animals might live in our local area
- how to represent our local area through photography, art, music and writing
You can help me at home by...
- exploring subtraction with me through play, for example, if you have five potatoes on your plate and you eat two, how many are left?
- playing games with me that involve counting back, or singing songs where the number decreases (10 green bottles, 5 currant buns etc)
- playing games to develop my mental maths - see http://www.topmarks.co.uk/maths-games/hit-the-button and http://www.ictgames.com/funkymum.html
- exploring the area close to my house and talking about what plants or animals might be nearby
- talking to me about what I saw and experienced on our bluebell walk
Reminders: Children will need adequate footwear for the bluebell walk on Wednesday (ideally wellies or trainers) as it may be muddy. A waterproof coat is also advisable.
