White Rose Maths - Year 4 - Spring Block 2 - Comparing Area (Varied Fluency and Problem Solving)

A set of varied fluency and a set of problem solving and reasoning worksheets to use alongside the White Rose Maths scheme. Both sets of questions have been differentiated 3 ways, each with an individual sheet of questions for that level. Answers are also included.

This set of worksheets are for Year 4, Spring Block 2 (Area), focusing on the fourth small step of counting squares. Details of how it has been differentiated can be found below:
• 1 Star sheet (Working Towards Expected Level): Be able to compare areas of squares and rectangles.
• 2 Star sheet (Expected Level): Be able to compare areas of rectilinear shapes.
• 3 Star sheet (Working at greater depth): Be able to compare areas of rectilinear shapes, including ones where half squares have been used.

The varied fluency worksheets contain a total of 6 questions, some broken down into parts (a and b) with 3 examples of each question type. This provides children with the varied fluency that White Rose aim for. These questions can be used as a quick starter and cut up so that only the first 3 questions are used or given as more of a main activity with all 6 questions. They could also be used for partner work, depending on the ability of the children.

The problem solving and reasoning worksheets contain a total of 5 questions. These questions could be used as a whole or cut up into strips for a shorter task. They could also be used for partner work, depending on the ability of the children.

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. Likewise, I am still developing these resources, so any helpful comments would also be appreciated.