Problem Solving KS2 Yr 3&4 – Download

Description

Our Problem Solving resource file helps develop pupils’ thinking skills and boost their confidence by using and applying mathematics theory to solve problems, enabling them to approach a diverse range of problems in a logical and systematic way.

It features time-saving lesson plans, suggestions for ‘teaching actions’ before, during and after solving the problem and pupil-friendly activity sheets containing mathematic problems and extensive teaching notes.

You will also find hints – to be used when necessary – on guiding your pupils towards the correct strategy.

Available for KS1, KS2 (Years 3 & 4) and KS2 (Years 5 & 6), our Problem Solving resource files will improve your primary school pupils’:

• Willingness to try new problems.
• Perseverance when solving maths problems.
• Awareness of different maths problem-solving strategies.
• Awareness of the value of approaching problems in a systematic manner.
• Ability to select appropriate solution strategies.
• Ability to apply solution strategies accurately.
• Ability to monitor and evaluate their thinking whilst solving problems.
• Ability to answer more problems correctly.

KS2 Years 3&4 file contains;
Year 3 Autumn Term
Football Kit – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Striped Shirts – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Mountain Biking – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Bike Track – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
On Target – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Domino Spots – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Three Dice – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Dice Game – Specific strategy = Think logically / Use trial and improvement
Netball Results – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern
Netball Colours – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern
Train Ride – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Train Trucks – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Year 3 Spring Term
Football Stickers – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Team Stickers – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern / Think logically
Burying Treasure – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Pirate Crew – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Choosing Flowers – Specific strategy = Draw a picture / Think logically
Flowerpots – Specific strategy = Draw a picture / Think logically
Clown Around – Specific strategy = Draw a picture / Think logically
Acrobats – Specific strategy = Draw a picture / Think logically
Presents – Specific strategy = Think logically
Train Set – Specific strategy = Think logically / Draw a picture
Which Pirate? – Specific strategy = Think logically
Island Treasure – Specific strategy = Think logically
Year 3 Summer Term
Tins and Jars – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Sports Gear – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Sticker Album – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Border Pattern – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern
Lined Up – Specific strategy = Think logically
Numbered Shirts – Specific strategy = Think logically
Train Tracks – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Model Aeroplanes – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Burger Bar – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Target Golf – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Where’s Amy? – Specific strategy = Draw a picture
Which Floor? – Specific strategy = Think logically
Year 4 Autumn Term
Sports Shopping – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Magic Cross – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement / Think logically
Page Numbers – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Guess the number – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Fencing – Specific strategy = Draw a picture
Cycling Test – Specific strategy = Draw a picture
Car Park – Specific strategy = Draw a picture
Sweets – Specific strategy = Draw a picture
Goals – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Which Way? – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Tennis Match – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Ice Creams – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Year 4 Spring Term
Play Tickets – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Football Stickers – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Painting – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Sticker Swaps – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Squares – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern
Tees – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern
Magic Beanstalk – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern / Make a table
Growing and Growing – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern / Make a table
Which Cities? – Specific strategy = Think logically
Birthday Boy – Specific strategy = Think logically
What Score? – Specific strategy = Think logically / Make an organised list
Younger and Older – Specific strategy = Think logically / Make an organised list
Year 4 Summer Term
Target Golf – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Square Tables – Specific strategy = Draw a picture
How Much? – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Tins of Beans – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Collectors – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Combination Lock – Specific strategy = Think logically
Pocket Money – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Marble Triangle – Specific strategy = Draw a picture / Look for a pattern
Drinks Machine – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Writing Home – Specific strategy = Make a table
Small Change – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern / Make a table
Sports Centre – Specific strategy = Think logically