
A bright and engaging set of 8 Missing Numbers Anchor Charts designed for pupils working within First Level Curriculum for Excellence.
This colourful, child-friendly resource helps learners develop confidence when identifying and solving missing-number problems. Pupils are supported to use number lines, counting on, counting back, addition, subtraction, pattern rules and simple problem-solving strategies to find unknown values.
Each poster uses clear explanations, colourful worked examples and visual supports to make missing-number problems easier to understand and solve independently.
WHAT IS INCLUDED?
What Are Missing Numbers?
Missing Numbers on a Number Line
Counting On to Find Missing Numbers
Counting Back to Find Missing Numbers
Missing Numbers in Addition
Missing Numbers in Subtraction
Find the Rule in a Pattern
Missing Number Problem Solving
SKILLS COVERED
Understanding what a missing number is
Spotting blanks and unknown values
Using numbers before and after
Finding numbers between other numbers
Reading and using number lines
Counting on to find a missing number
Counting back to find a missing number
Using jumps on a number line
Solving missing-number addition calculations
Solving missing-number subtraction calculations
Finding a missing addend
Finding a missing part
Checking answers by substituting the number back into the calculation
Recognising number patterns
Finding the rule in a pattern
Using addition and subtraction rules
Completing missing numbers in sequences
Using pictures and practical representations
Reading simple word problems
Identifying what information is known and unknown
Choosing an appropriate strategy
Checking whether an answer makes sense
Developing mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills
EACH ANCHOR CHART FEATURES
Bright, primary-friendly design
Clear child-friendly explanations
Colourful worked examples
Number lines and visual models
Step-by-step strategies
Helpful reminders and top tips
“Have a Go” practice opportunities
Key mathematical vocabulary
Concrete and pictorial representations
Problem-solving examples
Visual support for independent learning
Consistent classroom-friendly design
PERFECT FOR
P2–P4
First Level Numeracy and Mathematics
Missing number lessons
Number and number processes
Maths working walls
Classroom displays
Whole-class teaching
Guided maths
Independent pupil reference
Mental maths
Revision and consolidation
Supporting visual learners
Early-finisher reference
Intervention and additional support
Developing reasoning and problem solving
Curriculum: Curriculum for Excellence
Level: First Level
Suggested Stage: P2–P4
Subject: Numeracy and Mathematics
Topic: Missing Numbers
Pages: 8
A practical and colourful classroom resource for helping pupils confidently find missing numbers using counting, number lines, addition, subtraction, patterns and problem-solving strategies.
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