Year 1 - Maths
Measure items using centimetre cubes and record results in a table
Numbers 0 to 20 in different contexts
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will consolidate their counting to 20. They will measure objects using non-standard and standard measures and record outcomes, providing a context for counting and comparing numbers to 20.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to measure length accurately and efficiently using centimetre cubes and record your measurements in a table.
Key Notes
- Individual cm cubes can be used to measure objects.
- You can use a 10 cm strip to replace the first 10 cubes, and start your count from 10 to measure more efficiently.
- You can record results in different types of tables.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Efficient: Working efficiently means finding a way to work quickly and maintain accuracy.
- Record: To write something down so it can be shared with others.
- Results: A set of measurements or information that has been gathered after measuring or observing something. An outcome.
- Table: A way of sorting information made of rows and columns.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Some children may find it difficult to align the cubes with the ends of the objects, particularly when the object cannot be placed close to the cubes because it is curved or an irregular shape.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.
Individual cm cubes can be used to measure objects. You can use a 10 cm strip to replace the first 10 cubes, and start your count from 10 to measure more efficiently.
2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Efficient'
Working efficiently means finding a way to work quickly and maintain accuracy. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.
3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.
Mistake: Some children may find it difficult to align the cubes with the ends of the objects, particularly when the object cannot be placed close to the cubes because it is curved or an irregular shape. Correction: Use objects such as pencils and pens that can be placed close to the cubes, or support children with aligning the start of the object with the cubes by placing them both against a wall or a straight object such as a book.
More Lessons In This Unit
- Comparing lengths Study Guide
- Estimate and measure length and record results in a table Study Guide
- Estimate length in cm Study Guide
- Measure length using a ruler Study Guide
- Measure length using centimetre cubes Study Guide
- Measure length using objects Study Guide
- Measure length using objects and record results in a table Study Guide
- Solve addition and subtraction problems involving length Study Guide
- Solve problems by measuring different lengths in cm using a ruler Study Guide
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