Unit I – Subtraction Problems

This maths scheme of work for Key Stage One gets the children to identify and practise techniques that can be used when solving number problems related to subtraction using concrete objects and diagrams to support calculations. The class can explain how to record solutions to problems using matching number sentences.

Identify and practise techniques that can be used when solving number problems related to subtraction

Lesson One : Subtraction Match

Identify and record a range of subtraction number calculations that can match different sums to ten using diagrams to model each number sentence

Lesson Two : Subtraction Sums

Identify and record different pairs of subtraction number sentences that have matching sums to ten using pictorial diagrams to illustrate the calculations

Lesson Three : Kitchen Cupboards

Identify and record number sentences that can be used to solve problems involving subtraction of single digit numbers within ten about items found in a family kitchen

Lesson Four : Subtraction Stories

Select and write number sentences to model and illustrate the meaning of a range of different subtraction problems within ten about family life

Lesson Five : Family Hobbies

Solve a range of number problems about some of the special things that can be used for hobbies by subtracting pairs of single digit numbers within ten

  • Family Fireworks

    Family Fireworks

    Select special vocabulary for sights and sounds to use when composing poems describing different fireworks used by families on Bonfire Night

  • Labelling Bicycles

    Labelling Bicycles

    Develop and refine word processing skills when labelling and organising different parts and equipment that can be used when riding a bicycle

  • Garden Sculpture

    Garden Sculpture

    Select and use different materials to mould and shape sculptures representing a range of artefacts that might be used in a family garden location

  • Witch’s Cauldron

    Witch’s Cauldron

    Select and write sets of instructions that a witch can follow when making a range of potions for casting different spells