Year 3 - Maths
Tell and write the time including using Roman numerals
Tell the time to the nearest minute and compare units of time
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Unit Summary
In this unit pupils will tell and write the time from an analogue clock, including using Roman numerals from I to XII, and 12-hour and 24-hour clocks.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to tell and write the time using Roman numerals.
Key Notes
- Some analogue clock faces display Roman numerals instead of Arabic numerals for the hours.
- The methods for telling the time remain the same whether the clock face has Roman or Arabic numerals.
Vocabulary To Learn
- Roman numerals: How ancient Romans used to write numbers.
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Because the representation of numbers 1 to 3 bear a resemblance to tallies, pupils may be tempted to continue in this fashion, for example writing 4 in Roman numerals as IIII
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Solve this in steps: explain the method from this lesson and why each step matters.
Some analogue clock faces display Roman numerals instead of Arabic numerals for the hours. The methods for telling the time remain the same whether the clock face has Roman or Arabic numerals.
2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Roman numerals'
How ancient Romans used to write numbers. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.
3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.
Mistake: Because the representation of numbers 1 to 3 bear a resemblance to tallies, pupils may be tempted to continue in this fashion, for example writing 4 in Roman numerals as IIII. Correction: Discuss with pupils the idea of Roman numerals being based around a small number of 'rules', which are never broken. One such rule is that the same letter is never used more than three times in a row. Spend time really focusing on IV and IX.
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