Maths

Today, you will be using a variety of methods to solve word problems.

Thought we would kick off today's learning with a video.

A little reminder of prime numbers.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/supermovers/ks2-maths-prime-numbers-with-ben-shires/zh4pwty

Within each Power Point, there are different word problems to solve.

• Use RUCSAC
• Remember to read the question carefully.
• Underline line key information
• Change operation words into symbols.
• Jottings could help. 
• Draw an image, a cartoon strip to help you see/understand word problem.
• Can you use models-number lines, bar models.
• Strategies? Pencil and paper-formal methods-mental methods.
• Use/explain a method to double check your answers.