Incredible Coordinates

KS3 Numeracy Year 7
This unit is part of Around ARE Algebra Through Numeracy Problem Solving and Above ARE Algebra Through Numeracy Problem Solving

Objectives

KS3 Programme of Study Statements
-- Work with coordinates in all four quadrants.

-- Use algebra to generalise the structure of arithmetic, including to formulate mathematical relationships

-- Make and test conjectures about patterns and relationships

-- Use the 4 operations, including formal written methods, applied to integers.

-- Calculate and solve problems involving perimeters of 2-D shapes

-- Solve problems.

-- Interpret mathematical relationships both algebraically and geometrically

Lesson Planning

Algebra
Plot coordinates in all four quadrants; recognise and interpret patterns in x- and y-coordinates; write coordinates in general form (a , b)

Numeracy and problem solving
Investigation: Incredible coordinates (involving revision of number bonds, mental addition – including negative numbers –, multiplication and perimeters)

Algebra and problem solving
Continuation of investigation: Incredible coordinates (including generalisation, using algebra learnt in Lesson 1)