Title: George Stephenson and the Stockton and Darlington Railway: Complete Lesson Pack Description: Delve into the fascinating life of George Stephenson and the historic opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway with this comprehensive lesson pack. Designed for educators and students, this pack includes a PowerPoint presentation (PPT) featuring five engaging lessons, accompanied by carefully crafted worksheets and activities that enhance learning and understanding. Lesson 1: History of Trains Take a journey through the history of trains, exploring the chronology of significant locomotives from early inventions to modern bullet trains. Engage students with a timeline chronology task, allowing them to grasp the evolution of train technology over time. Lesson 2: Inventors and George Stephenson Discover the inventive mind of George Stephenson in two exciting tasks. Task 1 explores Stephenson’s invention of the lamp, unraveling its significance in the context of the time. Task 2 delves into his revolutionary locomotives, showcasing their impact on the development of railways. Lesson 3: The Life of George Stephenson Using a talk-for-writing style text map, guide students in verbally retelling the captivating life story of George Stephenson. Afterward, engage them in a sequencing activity to reinforce their understanding of the key events in Stephenson’s life. Lesson 4: The Opening of the Stockton & Darlington Railway Step into the world of drama with this opportunity to recreate the momentous opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway. Encourage students to explore the historical context, the significance of the event, and the roles of the key individuals involved. Lesson 5: Consolidation Revisit the vocabulary introduced throughout the lessons and solidify knowledge through a series of consolidation activities. Students will also create a fact file about George Stephenson, showcasing their understanding of his life and achievements. Finally, encourage students to reflect on Stephenson’s legacy and share their thoughts. With this complete lesson pack, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of George Stephenson’s life and his instrumental role in the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway. The engaging PowerPoint, coupled with the accompanying worksheets and activities, will captivate learners and foster a deeper appreciation for the history of trains and the impact of Stephenson’s inventions

This resource offers a full week of engaging and comprehensive lessons designed to help Key Stage 1 teachers teach number bonds to 10 effectively. The resource incorporates a variety of mastery representations to cater to diverse learning needs and ensure deep understanding among students. Lesson 1: Practical Numicon Lesson: This lesson introduces students to number bonds through hands-on exploration using Numicon manipulatives. Students engage in practical activities followed by an independent Numicon sheet to reinforce their understanding. Lesson 2: Tens Frames - Making Ten: Students continue their journey with number bonds by using two-color counters and tens frames. This practical and written lesson focuses on making ten and provides opportunities for students to solidify their understanding. Lesson 3: Varied Fluency: In this lesson, students engage in varied fluency activities that combine representations from previous lessons. They explore fact families and practice pictorial fluency to enhance their mastery of number bonds to 10. Lesson 4: Problem Solving: The problem-solving lesson involves simple worded problems presented through a first, then, now grid. This visual support aids students’ comprehension and enables them to apply their number bond skills to real-world situations. Included Resources: Daily Recap Sheet: This handy resource helps consolidate previous learning, including topics like place value and bonds to 8 and 9, ensuring students retain their foundational knowledge. Challenge Sheets: Extension tasks and early finisher activities are provided to challenge students and deepen their understanding of number bonds to 10. Differentiated Tasks: Some tasks within the lessons are differentiated using visual representations, allowing teachers to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities. This comprehensive resource equips Key Stage 1 teachers with a week-long plan for teaching number bonds to 10. By incorporating a variety of mastery representations, including practical, written, and problem-solving activities, this resource promotes deep understanding and mathematical fluency among students.

This resource provides a full week of teaching slides designed for Year 1, focusing on subtraction with 10 and related number bond facts. The lessons incorporate a range of representations to enhance understanding and engagement. Each lesson includes reasoning and problem-solving opportunities, fostering deep mathematical thinking among students. Lesson 1: Numicon Practical: This lesson introduces subtraction with 10 using practical Numicon manipulatives. Students engage in hands-on activities to explore the concept and develop a concrete understanding of subtraction. Lesson 2: Tens Frame Practical: Students continue their learning journey by using tens frames to practice subtraction with 10. This practical lesson allows students to visualize and manipulate counters to reinforce their understanding. Lesson 3: Tens Frame Written Method: Building on the previous lesson, students transition to a written method using tens frames. They learn how to represent subtraction with 10 using numerals and symbols, facilitating a smooth transition from concrete to abstract thinking. Lesson 4: Alternative Written Method - Draw and Cross Out: In this lesson, students explore an alternative written method for subtraction with 10. They learn to draw the whole and cross out the part being subtracted, enhancing their conceptual understanding of subtraction. Lesson 5: Problem Solving with First, Then, Now Grids: The final lesson incorporates problem-solving skills using first, then, now grids and Numicon manipulatives for support. Students apply their knowledge of subtraction with 10 to real-life scenarios, strengthening their reasoning and problem-solving abilities. Included Features: Reasoning and Problem-Solving Opportunities: Each lesson incorporates activities and discussions that encourage students to reason mathematically and solve problems using subtraction with 10. Ideal for the First Term in Year 1: This resource is specifically designed for the first term of Year 1, aligning with the curriculum and providing a solid foundation in subtraction skills. These comprehensive teaching slides empower Year 1 teachers with a week-long plan for teaching subtraction with 10 and related number bond facts. By utilizing a range of representations, practical activities, and problem-solving opportunities, this resource fosters a deep understanding of subtraction concepts and promotes mathematical thinking in young learners.