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Playground problem solving

Topics Reception
This unit is part of Superheroes Superhero Project

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Objectives

Early learning goals

  • Count reliably with numbers from one to 20.
  • Solve problems.
  • Use everyday language to talk about size, weight, capacity, position, distance, time and money to compare quantities and objects and to solve problems.
  • Speak confidently in a familiar group, will talk about ideas, and will choose the resources are needed for the chosen activities.
  • Say when help is or isn't needed.

Lesson Planning

Have a go at playground problem solving by completing a series of maths challenges. Get ready for your fundraising event & carry out the fundraising day.

Children will:

  • Complete problem-solving activities.
  • Gain experience handling money.
  • Design and make small world playgrounds.
  • Carry out a fundraising event.

Provided Resources

This session does not need any provided resources.

You Will Need

  • Resources for your chosen fundraising activity
  • Money to use a float
  • Number cards 1-10
  • Garden centre catalogues
  • Old receipts
  • iPad to take photos
  • Pebbles with white chalk lines
  • Till, money, price tags and calculator
  • Toys
  • Role-play resources from session 1
  • Maths games

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