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Year 4 - Maths

Review adding 2-digit numbers using column addition without regrouping

Review of column addition and subtraction

Unit Summary

In this unit pupils will revisit column addition with regrouping and column subtraction with exchanging to solve problems.

Lesson Summary

You will learn to add 2-digit numbers using column addition.

Key Notes

  • The addends are written in columns with the same value digits in the same column.
  • Start by adding the numbers with the smallest place value first.
  • Record the sum below the addends.
  • To find a missing part, subtract the known part from the whole.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • Addend: An addend is a number added to another.
  • Sum: The sum is the the total when numbers are added together.
  • Column addition: Column addition is a way of adding numbers by writing a number below another.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • Pupils may refer to adding numbers in the tens as 3 + 6 rather than 3 tens + 6 tens or 30 + 60

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

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

The addends are written in columns with the same value digits in the same column. Start by adding the numbers with the smallest place value first.

2. Use this key word in a maths sentence and explain it clearly. 'Addend'

An addend is a number added to another. Use this word when showing your method, then check your final answer is reasonable.

3. Spot and fix this common maths mistake.

Mistake: Pupils may refer to adding numbers in the tens as 3 + 6 rather than 3 tens + 6 tens or 30 + 60. Correction: Encourage pupils to refer to the tens numbers as tens. In 34 + 44, we add 4 ones and 4 ones together, and then we add 3 tens and 4 tens together. This will support pupil's understanding as they progress to addition with regrouping.

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