Year 1 Heavier and Lighter
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What's included?
Foundational Year 1 resources introducing heavier and lighter as comparative terms for mass, a core KS1 Maths objective for early measurement. Materials employ the CPA approach and practical activities to establish conceptual understanding of mass comparison without formal units. This initial small step supports varied fluency in descriptive measure and is crucial for national curriculum mastery. The CS Maths Scheme provides engaging hands-on comparison activities.
Full step description and curriculum objectives
Length and Height
Mass and Volume
Independent Tasks
Activities that help pupils practise, apply and secure their understanding after the main teaching input.
Block/Unit Resources
Materials that support and extend learning across the whole unit.
Resources at a glance
- WorksheetVaried FluencyConsolidate and secure understanding of key concepts with three fluency-based questions.
- WorksheetReasoning and Problem SolvingPromote mathematical reasoning and develop problem-solving skills with three different question types.
