Year 1 Problem Solving: Solving Mathematical Puzzles (5 Sheets) with Answers

Links to the objective: Read and write numerals from 0 to at least 20.

Solve mathematical problems or puzzles,recognise simple patterns and relationships,generalise and predict.Suggest extensions by asking ‘What if…?’
Explain methods and reasoning orally and,where appropriate, in writing.
5 Sheets with Answers and example strategies to solve the problem.

The overall aim is to help pupils to apply in a variety of situations the mathematics they have already learnt.The programme seeks to achieve this by teaching the strategies that will enable pupils to approach a variety of problems in a more logical and systematic way. The more specific aims of the programme are to promote the following:
• willingness to attempt problems and to persevere;
• confidence in one’s ability to solve problems;
• awareness of 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 one’s thinking whilst solving problems.

The problems included:
1: Trucks and Trailers
2. Truck Driver
3. Clown Masks
4. Party Masks
5. Target Game

Taken from Problem Solving Years KS1