Problem Solving KS1 – 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.

Your pupils’ thought processes are sharpened and their confidence boosted.

The KS1 file contains

Year 1 Autumn Term
Trucks and Trailers – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Truck Drivers – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Clown Masks – Specific strategy = Think logically
Party Masks – Specific strategy = Draw a picture/ Think logically
Target Game – Specific strategy = Use a trial and improvement
Year 1 Spring Term
Stickers – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Smileys – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Shapes and Sizes – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Doors and Lockers – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Obstacle Race – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Pets – Specific strategy = Think logically
Year 1 Summer Term
Scarves – Specific strategy = Draw a picture
Bikes and Trikes – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Roller Coaster – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Fun at the Fair – Specific strategy = Make a table / Look for a pattern
Sports Kit – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Rabbits – Specific strategy = Think logically
Year 2 Autumn Term
Towers – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Goldfish – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Racing – Specific strategy = Think logically
Cards – Specific strategy = Think logically
Toy Cars – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Games – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Year 2 Spring Term
Parade – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern
Carnival – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern
Cones – Specific strategy = Make a picture
Bookshelf – Specific strategy = Make a picture
Flags – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Football Kit – Specific strategy = Think logically
Year 2 Summer Term
Motorbikes and Cars – Specific strategy = Draw a picture
Toy Shop – Specific strategy = Use trial and improvement
Piggy Bank – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern / Make a table
Goals – Specific strategy = Look for a pattern / Make a table
Fruit – Specific strategy = Make an organised list
Wellies – Specific strategy = Think logically