Some example problem pairs Exercise Exercise with algebra. Basic stuff

A really simple set of slides. First a little task on how to spot if two vectors are parallel, then one example, then 4 exam questions for students to work through.

Introduction to vector geometry. Includes examples and two exercises. One on simple questions where you just have to add the vector ‘routes’ and one that throws in some mid point stuff. NO PARALLEL LINES, COLINEAR POINTS OR PROOF HERE

A lesson I did for pride. Talks about the life of Alan Turning with codes to crack. We used cipher wheels.

A lesson on calculating efficiently with multiplication. Things like 5×17×2 (regrouping) 9×2+9×8 (distributive)

A really simple starter that should be the jumping off points for discussion. Loads of numbers with zeroes in. Some needed. Some not. Some COULD be needed (if you’re dealing with currency or bearings etc) A conversation starter.

Trying to aim for a mastery/in depth lesson, rather than getting all the index laws done in one lesson. Huge credit to Jo Morgan (@mathsjem). Nicked a lot from her for this resource. CHANGELOG: 2/10/22 Updated new style. Added some whiteboard work.

What is the hypotenuse? Finding the hypotenuse Finding the shorter side Mixed Questions I taught this over two lessons. There’s no fun questions here at all. This is all practice, practice, practice. I want my students to get the skills down before applying them.

Quite like this. A little discussion on finding the midpoint, followed by an example problem pair, followed by a very scaffolded exercise followed by an activity where pupils have to look at what’s changed, which I think is quite cool. I used Dr Frost to top off a little bit of practice here, too.

Deals with simplifying two part, three part ratios. Also includes a simplifying ratio colouring in puzzle, with loads of odd and weird ratios to discuss.

Examples of when it’s easy to multiply up, when you need to reduce then multiply and when you need to use a calculator. Then loads of questions, including some whiteboard questions.

Made these as a way of drilling into my students useful facts that they should commit to memory (ie 1/5 = 0.2). Made to be used like old spelling tests. Give out the facts. Students use memory techniques like covering up etc to remember them, Then they can be given a follow up test (included) to see how much they’ve remembered.

Everything you need to teach percentage on an amount (non calculator). Will easily fill 2 lessons. 2 example problem pairs. 2 sets of exercises. An old sats question, a blooket and some plenary questions.

Example problem pair Two exercises. A distinct powerpoint from the the non calculator percentage questions.

Full lesson Example problem pairs Questions Exam questions Learning check When I come to update this, I need to add more questions where substitution is required. NOTE : I update my PowerPoints a lot, but don’t always reupload them to TES. They’re a work in progress. The latest version of this PowerPoint can always be found here.

Simple one-sheet of questions. The aim of this one is to explicitly talk about doing calculations that do not change the result. ie : multiplying by one, and explicitly linking something like 5/5 to the concept of one.

A collection of 7 starters designed for students to think about things not always explicitly taught. ie Is the result 2 or 1/2 Is the trailing 0 needed? Is a 1 needed?

Everything you need to teach perimeter. Includes algebraic reasoning, drawing a picture with coordinates and the rest. Maybe 3 lessons here.

Using angles in parallel lines rules with bearings. Includes exam questions.

Does as it says on the tin. There’s probably two lessons in here. Includes a worksheet with the same questions as on the PowerPoint. Answers are provided.