Y4

Maths

Describe Movement on a Grid Discussion Problem

Worksheet
Group work
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I know what you're thinking: 'These children are so competent and confident when it comes to describing translations on a grid. How will I placate their insatiable desire for ever-deeper problem-solving tasks for this topic?' Well, intrepid teacher, never fear. Just download this Year 4 Describe Translation on a Grid challenge activity and put your little geniuses to work!

The resource provides two open-ended problem-solving questions which are perfect for group discussion, but can also be done alone or with an adult as a discussion partner. Suitable for home or school use, the worksheet will get children thinking about how best to apply their knowledge to tricky problems. It also comes with a handy example answer sheet!


Curriculum Objectives

  • Describe movements between positions as translations of a given unit to the left/right and up/down
  • Describe positions on a 2-D grid as coordinates in the first quadrant