| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 2 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Understanding Addition and Subtraction
Year 2 (Ages 6-7)
Mathematics
30 minutes
20 students
This lesson aligns with the National Curriculum for Mathematics, focusing on developing fluency with addition and subtraction.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 minutes | Introduce the topic of addition and subtraction. Briefly explain what students will learn. |
| 2 | Checking Homework | 5 minutes | Collect and review homework sheets without asking students to present; discuss common mistakes. |
| 3 | Main Lesson Activity | 15 minutes | Distribute printable cards. Guide students through exercises; encourage pair discussions on each problem. |
| 4 | Collection of Cards | 3 minutes | Randomly check or collect the filled cards to assess understanding and participation. |
| 5 | Homework Assignment | 2 minutes | Assign homework for the next lesson, ensuring students know what to do. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we are going to explore the exciting world of addition and subtraction. By the end of this lesson, you will be able to understand some basic concepts in addition and subtraction, and you'll also be able to solve some simple word problems. So, let's get started!"
"Before we dive into our new lesson, I would like to take a few minutes to check the homework from our last lesson. Please pass your worksheets to the front. I will collect them and quietly look through them. While I do that, I want you to think about any problems you found tricky. I’ll also point out some common mistakes we can all learn from. Great job on your homework, everyone!"
"Now, let’s move on to our main activity! I have some printable cards for you, which we will use to practice our addition and subtraction skills. I’m going to hand these out now."
(Distribute printable cards)
"On your cards, you will find several problems that involve addition and subtraction. I want you to work with a partner and discuss how you can solve these problems together. Remember to take turns explaining your thinking to each other!"
(Allow 10 minutes for activity)
"Let’s come back together as a class! Who would like to share how they solved their problem? Who can tell us what strategy you used? Fantastic! Every strategy is a great way to think about addition and subtraction."
"Now, I would like to check your printable cards. Please raise your hand when you have completed the problems, and I will come around to collect them. If you have extra time, feel free to draw a picture that represents an addition or subtraction problem!"
(Collect cards)
"Thank you for sharing your thoughts during the activity! You all did wonderfully. Now, I’ll take a moment to look at your cards and see how well you've understood today’s lesson."
"To finish up, I have your homework for this week! I want you to complete some additional subtraction and addition problems at home. This will help reinforce what we’ve learned today."
"Make sure to write your answers down in your homework book, and we will go through them in our next lesson. Does anyone have any questions about the homework?"
"Excellent! I can’t wait to see how well you do. Have a fantastic day everyone!"
Solve the following addition problems:
Solve the following subtraction problems:
Write down a short word problem that involves addition. Solve your problem and show your working out.
Write down a short word problem that involves subtraction. Solve your problem and show your working out.
Create two addition problems and two subtraction problems using real-life scenarios (e.g., buying fruit, counting toys).
Reflect on what strategies you find most helpful for solving addition and subtraction problems. Write a few sentences about your preferred strategy.
Illustrate a picture that represents both an addition and a subtraction problem. Label your picture with the problems and their answers.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the difference between addition and subtraction? | |
| Can you explain how to solve a simple addition problem? | |
| What strategies can you use to solve subtraction problems? | |
| How can working with a partner help you understand addition and subtraction better? | |
| What are some common mistakes people make when adding or subtracting numbers? | |
| Why is it important to check your work after solving addition and subtraction problems? | |
| How can drawing a picture help you represent an addition or subtraction problem? | |
| What did you learn from sharing your strategies with your classmates? | |
| Can you create your own addition or subtraction word problem? | |
| How will practicing addition and subtraction at home help you improve your skills? |