Adding Money Differentiated Activity

Engage your students in real-world maths with this Birthday Party Planning Activity! This worksheet is designed to meet various learning needs, making it perfect for differentiated instruction. It aligns with the National Curriculum, focusing on enhancing addition and subtraction skills using money.

What’s Included
Lower Ability (NtG) worksheet with simple, round number prices for straightforward addition
Middle Ability worksheet that challenges students to optimise their budget using standard prices
Higher Ability (HA) worksheet with complex prices and additional layers of challenge including VAT calculations

Learning Objectives
Develop the ability to add and subtract using money
Enhance understanding of budgeting and optimising resources
Encourage real-world application of mathematical concepts

Key Features
Realistic scenario to make maths relatable and fun
Flexibility to be used as a standalone lesson or integrated into a wider unit
Detailed instructions for ease of understanding
Aligned with the National Curriculum standards for primary maths

Who It’s For
This worksheet is designed for Year 4 primary school students but can be adapted for other year levels.

How To Use
Simply print out the worksheet most appropriate for your students’ ability level. Each worksheet comes with a list of items for a birthday party and a set budget. Students must select items, calculate costs, and make budgeting decisions based on their ability level.

Why Buy This Resource?
Saves planning time
Encourages active engagement in maths
Adaptable and versatile
Meets the differentiated needs of your classroom
Don’t miss out on this valuable resource that makes learning maths not just educational but also fun and relatable!