This resource is designed for pupils/ learners aged 7- adult. Learners/ Pupils begin with a Level 1* sheet aim to complete as many levels as possible. Starting at the X on the square paper, learners follow the instructions working along the lines (not squares) drawing their paths as they go. Their paths should reveal a spooky image. *Level numbers do not correspond with Key stage or Functional Skills level, but do indicate an increase in difficulty. There are 2 different designs at Level 1 and 2. I hand out a mixture of these, so learners/pupils are surprised when they get a different picture to their neighbours! Learners/Pupils can colour their completed images, which can then be used to create a spooky maths display for Halloween! Topics covered: Positional Vocabulary Compass Points Counting Numbers 1-20

Based on a similarly titled TV show, split the class into groups each group acts as one of “The Lions”. The PowerPoint presentation begins with 5 different characters each pitching their ideas to “The Lions”. Each group then has to discuss the different pitches and decide who they are going to invest in and how much they are going to invest. There are different percentages available for different amounts of money and “The Lions” can choose to invest in one character’s business, split the money between more than one pitch if they want, or even decide not to invest in anyone, but the aim is to make as much money as possible. In the second half of the PowerPoint, the characters return after a years trading and reports on how well they have done. Learners must then calculate how much money they have made or lost in total. *This maths activity also embeds literacy. Learners can discuss persuasive language whilst making their decision.

This is a practical Maths activity where learners investigate how they could make improvements to a car park. It is designed to give students an appreciation of how the maths topics they have covered fit together to have practical applications in the real world. You wheel need a Trundle wheel and a suitable outdoor space (preferably an existing car park, although you could alter the sheet slightly to imply you are building the car park from scratch). As part of the investigation students will take measurements of the car par and an individual bay work out how many bays they can fit in their car park use the internet to source materials consider the labour costs give a quote for the work calculate projected percentage profit WARNING: Please be aware of the risks involved with taking measurements in a car park and take appropriate measures to ensure the safety of your students.

A simple chart to aid with converting between metric units. Simply start with the units you are given and follow the red arrows leading to the units you need, following the instructions above/below the appropriate arrows. e.g. To convert 5000mg into grams: 5000mg ÷10=500cg 500cg ÷100=5g