This is an adaptable, easy to use plan for practical, investigative, engaging maths that develops real mathematical thinking and understanding for children. It's the fourth of a set of 18 planning blocks for the new maths curriculum that covers the year, and shows the first few days of the plan. Block 4 focuses on comparing and ordering numbers and addition and subtraction and gives many ideas for activities that can be adult led or independent and, being mainly open-ended, cater for a wide range of abilities. Cut and paste the activities you want to use into the boxes to make the plans perfect for your class.