Year 1 - Maths
Partition the numbers 6 and 7 in different ways
Composition of numbers 6 to 10
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will represent numbers 6 - 10 by partitioning in different ways. They will learn what odd and even numbers are and how they can be partitioned. They will identify a missing part when a whole is partitioned into two parts where one of the parts is known.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to partition the numbers 6 and 7 in different ways.
Key Notes
- There is more than one way to partition a number.
- When a number is partitioned into two parts the parts can be odd or even.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Partition: To split a whole up into parts.
- Whole: All of something. Complete.
- Part: A piece or section of a whole.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- When using patterns to identify combinations, pupils may struggle to be systematic and not identify all options systematically.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.
There is more than one way to partition a number. When a number is partitioned into two parts the parts can be odd or even.
2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Partition'
To split a whole up into parts. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.
3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.
Mistake: When using patterns to identify combinations, pupils may struggle to be systematic and not identify all options systematically. Correction: Spend time exploring the value of recording combinations within a simple table. Encourage checking, e.g. the amount of counters totals six. Look for patterns and support children in spotting these.
More Lessons In This Unit
- Compare two numbers and say which is greater than or less than the other Study Guide
- Count a set of objects and match the spoken number to the written numeral and number name Study Guide
- Estimate where 6, 7, 8 and 9 lie on an unmarked number line Study Guide
- Explain how even and odd numbers can be partitioned Study Guide
- Explain what odd and even numbers are and the difference between them Study Guide
- Explain where 6, 7, 8 and 9 lie on a number line Study Guide
- Explore the numbers 6 to 10 using the parts and wholes on a number line Study Guide
- Identify a missing part when a whole is partitioned into two parts Study Guide
- Identify the whole and parts of the numbers 6 to 10 using the five and a bit structure Study Guide
- Order and sort numbers into odd and even sets Study Guide
- Partition the numbers 6 to 10 in different ways Study Guide
- Partition the numbers 8 and 9 in different ways Study Guide
- Represent the numbers 6 to 10 using a five and a bit structure Study Guide
- Skip count in odds and evens Study Guide
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