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Topics Reception/Year 1

Objectives

Maths

Measurement

  • Y1 recognise and know the value of different denominations of coins and notes.Y2
  • Y2 recognise and use symbols for pounds (£) and pence (p).
  • Y2 combine amounts to make a particular value.
  • Y2 solve simple problems in a practical context involving addition and subtraction of money of the same unit, including giving change.

Number and place value

  • Y1 count, read and write numbers to 100 in numerals; count in multiples of 2s, 5s and 10s
  • Y2 count in steps of 2, 3, and 5 from 0, and in 10s from any number, forward and backward.
  • Y2 Recognise the place value of each digit in a two-digit number (10s, 1s).

Lesson Planning

Children will:

  • Count aloud in 2s, 5s and 10s.
  • Begin to recognise and know the value of different denominations of coins.
  • Recognise and use symbols for pounds and pence.
  • Begin to combine amounts.

Provided Resources

This session does not need any provided resources.

You Will Need

  • Role-play shop(s)
  • Price tags
  • Plastic play money
  • Purses or tubs (enough for each child to have a container each, pre-prepare beforehand with coins needed)