Estimating, comparing and calculating measures and money
Estimate, compare, and calculate different measures including money in pounds and pence
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“Estimating, comparing and calculating measures and money means practising the idea at the table with counters or paper models and one clear check. We will demo once, then your child tries.”
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- Ruler, cup, or clock as fits the topic
- Paper for recording
Extra for the adult
Worked example. Measure a pencil as about 15 cm and write the unit with the number.
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Estimating, comparing and calculating measures and money means practising the idea at the table with counters or paper models and one clear check. We will demo once, then your child tries.
Materials: Ruler, cup, or clock as fits the topic; Paper for recording. Adult measures one example and records the unit. Child makes three measurements or time/money readings and records each with units. Done: three recordings with correct units. Stop after the fresh check; keep optional challenge for another day.
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Comparing Money Raised
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Comparing money raised supports estimating and comparing money amounts. Not every interest rate.
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Before you openAsk the learner to compare two money totals and say which is greater and by how much.
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Check understanding
- Estimate the length of the classroom in metres
- Compare 1.5 kg and 1200 g and identify which is heavier
- Calculate the total cost of 3 items at £2.45, £1.30, and £0.75
“If your child is comparing three items costing £2.85, £3.10, and £2.50, can they put them in order from cheapest to most expensive — and work out the total cost?”
Curriculum record
- Type
- Procedural
- Subject
- Mathematics
- Domain
- Measurement
- Age range
- Ages 8–10
Standards