Useful Websites
This page made by Woodlands Junior provides a range of mathematical games for a range of age groups:
This page made by Woodlands Junior provides a range of literacy games for a range of age groups:
Finger Tips: This great site encourages kids to use their imagination and express themselves creatively across an enormous range of activities.
Mathematics in Year One
For Mathematics, in Year 1 your child will be learning to:
* Count at least 20 everyday objects.
* Count forwards and backwards in ones, starting from a small number.
* Count forwards and backwards in tens (0, 10, 20, 30...).
* Read numbers to at least 20.
* Put the numbers 0 to 20 in order.
* Use the words first, second, third..
* Given a number from 10 to 20, say the number that is one more, one less, 10 more, 10 less.
* Use the words add, sum, total, take away, subtract, difference between...in practical situations.
* Know by heart all pairs of numbers that make 10, such as 3+7, 8+2.
* Add and subtract any two numbers under 10.
* Compare two objects or containers, and say which is longer or shorter, or heavier or lighter, or which holds more.
* Name and Describe simple flat and solid shapes, for example, "It's got 3 corners".
There are many ways you can help your child in maths through everyday activities such as counting money when out shopping. Click on the image below for ways to help your child with maths.
