Mathematics

In the previous newsletter we put a spotlight on Maths talks and how these are used to ‘launch’ lessons and engage our students. This edition brings you some information about the Mathematics curriculum, some problem-solving with dartboard scores and an addition game. Happy reading! 

Level F-2 Family Game Time!  

Source: https://drpaulswan.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Nine-and-9Plus.jpg 

This is a great game for discussing the commutative rule; that is 4 + 9 is the same as 9 + 4, but the latter is much simpler to work out if you are counting on.  Secondly, we can use our knowledge of 10 to help us e.g. if we already know 6 + 10, then 6 + 9 is just one less.  

Levels 2-4 Problem-Solving Time 

 Source: https://nzmaths.co.nz/resource/dartboards 

Problem-Solving Time Year 5-6 

Let’s play darts! The scoring system in the image below tells you how to calculate your score.   

In a game, each player throws 3 darts per turn and adds the together to find their score.  

What is the highest score you can make by hitting 3 different green segments? 

What is the highest score you can make by hitting 3 different red segments? 

Can you find any totals is it impossible to score with 3 darts? 

Why not create your own dartboard and play with a family member? E.g. 

Mathematics Curriculum F-2 

The Mathematics Curriculum we follow in Victoria is broken into 3 strands: Number and Algebra, Measurement and Geometry and Statistics and Probability. The following two links are where you can find the entire Victorian Curriculum. The scope and sequence link is easy to look at online but for the sake of your eyesight, the tables below present it broken down into separate year levels. 😊 

https://victoriancurriculum.vcaa.vic.edu.au/mathematics/curriculum/f-10 

https://victoriancurriculum.vcaa.vic.edu.au/mathematics/introduction/scope-and-sequence 

MATHMATICS LEVEL OVERVIEW: FOUNDATION

MATHEMATICS LEVEL OVERVIEW: LEVEL 1

MATHEMATICS LEVEL OVERVIEW: LEVEL 2

If there is anything specific you would like more information on, please don’t hesitate to contact us via the office or email us via Compass directly.  

Go Maths!  

Vicki Tzimos and Lee Giddings (34V)