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Year 1 - Maths

Partition the numbers 6 to 10 in different ways

Composition of numbers 6 to 10

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 to 10 into two parts.

Key Notes

  • Each of the numbers six to ten can be partitioned into two parts in different ways.
  • A part-part-whole model or a bar model can be used to represent the whole and the parts.
  • If we know one part we can find the other part.
  • Knowing about odd and even parts means you know if the missing part is 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

  • Pupils are not yet fluent in number pairs and partitions of numbers 6 to 10 and so rely on counting to find missing parts.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.

Each of the numbers six to ten can be partitioned into two parts in different ways. A part-part-whole model or a bar model can be used to represent the whole and the parts.

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: Pupils are not yet fluent in number pairs and partitions of numbers 6 to 10 and so rely on counting to find missing parts. Correction: Develop subitising skills so that pupils are able to recognise small partitions instantly. Encourage choral repetition of stem sentences emphasising wholes and parts.

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