What's included in the Subtract a 1-Digit Number From a 2-Digit Number (Across a 10) Deeper Reasoning Discussion Problem resource and why is it useful?

Year 2 Subtract a 1-Digit Number From a 2-Digit Number (Across a 10) Reasoning Discussion Problem consists of an open ended question that is not easily solvable, promotes discussion and has multiple solutions. The question in this set focuses on calculating change by investigating different combinations of money to deepen understanding in adding and subtracting numbers using concrete objects and pictorial representations, including: a two-digit number and ones; a two-digit number and tens and two two-digit numbers.

Our discussion problems are a unique offering at Classroom Secrets and are designed for to challenge your children who fly through everything, allowing them to stay within their year group but still have their capabilities stretched. We believe in progress for every child, not just the average child. We call them discussion problems so that children can build their oracy skills as they are designed to be solved in pairs or small groups.

How do our deeper reasoning discussion problem resources work?

Our deeper reasoning discussion problem resources are not just about differentiation, but differentiation in an adaptive way. They work best alongside our adaptive maths lessons, and are designed to be given to children who have gained a thorough understanding by using our Subtract a 1-Digit Number From a 2-Digit Number (Across a 10) Reasoning and Problem Solving worksheets, and are ready for richer discussion, explanation, justification or stretching beyond the main learning. Most children will not move onto these, but some will.

Adaptive Maths Resources are not a separate lower-attainment route. They provide temporary and responsive support to help pupils access the same intended learning.

This resource is designed to align to White Rose Maths version 3. Classroom Secrets Limited is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or in any way connected to White Rose Education Limited. Our products are original to Classroom Secrets Limited and any reference to White Rose Maths is solely for the purpose of indicating compatibility and does not imply any association with White Rose Education.