Algebra - Notation and Solving Unknown Values - KS2 Numeracy Y6

These lessons are designed for Upper Key Stage 2 Maths lessons (year 6 pupils) - Algebra. Main lesson activities are differentiated to allow for higher, middle and lower ability tasks. Mathematics involving algebraic equations.

Lesson 1 - Multiple part lesson building through early algebra skills - focuses on children being able to understand common algebra notation. Recognising how mathematicians will emit the multiplication symbol and others. Connection task uses shapes representing numerical values. Before the activation and main activyt start to use alphabetical letters for the use in algebraic equations. BODMAS can be reinforced throughout the lesson.

L.O. - To recognise and apply the common notation associated with algebra.
Achieve - I can identify the notation used for algebraic equations.
Challenge - I ensure I follow the BODMAS order of operations while using algebraic equations.
Aspire - I can explore the available solutions for unknown values in algebraic equations.

Lesson 2 - Builds on the previous lesson, to start solving algebraic equations where the representative letter is worth an unknown value. Children can be taught how an equation is balanced and the final values for any unknowns should keep the algebraic equation balanced.

L.O. - To be able to identify unknown values in algebraic equations.
Achieve - I can identify a value for a single unknown in an algebraic equation.
Challenge - I explore the values of multiple unknowns in an algebraic equation.
Aspire - I can explain a selection of efficient processes for identifying the values of unknowns.