Negative Numbers
Term 3 starting in week 9 :: Estimated time: 1 weeks
- Interpret negative numbers in context
- count forwards and backwards with positive and negative whole numbers, including through zero
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Activities for pupils
Here are some related resources in alphabetical order. Some may only be appropriate for high-attaining learners while others will be useful for those in need of support. Click anywhere in the grey area to access the resource.
Temperatures Test your understanding of negative numbers with this self marking quiz about temperatures.
Negative Numbers Use negative numbers in basic arithmetic and algebraic calculations and word problems.
Negative Numbers Video A video showing how to how to add, subtract, multiply and divide negative numbers.
Negative Magic Four partially completed magic squares containing negative numbers. Fill in the missing numbers.
Boxed In Numbers The classic dots and boxes game with the addition of some positive and negative numbers which determine your score.
Click on a topic below for suggested lesson Starters, resources and activities from Transum.
Lesson Starters
Here are some suggestions for whole-class, projectable resources which can be used at the beginnings of each lesson in this block.
1st Lesson
Multi-Toil Panic
Copy and complete the multiplication grid. The higher levels include negative numbers.
2nd Lesson
Small Satisfaction
Arrange the digits one to nine in the grid so that they obey the row and column headings.
3rd Lesson
Negative Numbers
Perform calculations involving negative numbers
Some of the Starters above are to reinforce concepts learnt, others are to introduce new ideas while others are on unrelated topics designed for retrieval practice or and opportunity to develop problem-solving skills.
