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Key Stage: 1 ★★
If you have three pairs of socks, can you mix them up so that all the mismatched pairs are different.
Very young children can work on this problem , as all that is needed is an awareness of same and different, and the idea of making groups of two. The problem also fits in with activities about pairs and counting by twos.
This resource has comprehensive teachers' notes and resources, linked from the problem page. This includes possible approaches and key questions, as well as possible support and extensions.
The file attached is a HTML file, which, when opened, automatically redirects you to the problem on the NRICH website.
Key Stage: 1 ★★
If you have three pairs of socks, can you mix them up so that all the mismatched pairs are different.
Very young children can work on this problem , as all that is needed is an awareness of same and different, and the idea of making groups of two. The problem also fits in with activities about pairs and counting by twos.
This resource has comprehensive teachers' notes and resources, linked from the problem page. This includes possible approaches and key questions, as well as possible support and extensions.
The file attached is a HTML file, which, when opened, automatically redirects you to the problem on the NRICH website.
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Aimed at Ks1, this activity will generate lots of trial and error as well as discussion. Great for G and T
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