There are many different ways to make a total using the numbers 1, 2, 5 and 10. Help Rashana complete her task! This problem-solving activity gives children the opportunity to explore how counters, which are all the same size, shape and colour, can have different values and can be used in various ways to complete a problem.

Download this Year 1 Unitising Challenge activity and provide your children with the chance to explore different combinations of counters to complete the task. This activity is a great way to get your children to understand the concept that coins all have different values. This activity could be completed independently or in small groups. An answer sheet has been provided with some possible answers to guide your marking.