Mathematics Mathematical Thinking Meta 6–7 yrs

Numbers on a number line

数轴上的数

Description

Select and use appropriate tools and representations (number lines, hundred squares, rulers, part-whole models) to support problem-solving

Mastery Evidence
  • Choose a number line or hundred square to support adding or subtracting two-digit numbers
  • Select a ruler when a problem requires measuring length
  • Explain why one representation (e.g. a number line vs cubes) is more helpful for a particular problem
Assessment Prompt

When your child is tackling a maths problem, do they choose a useful tool — like a number line for addition or a hundred square to count on — rather than always working in their head?