Finding one more and one less with manipulatives and images
You can find one more and one less with manipulatives and images.
Finding one more and one less with manipulatives and images
You can find one more and one less with manipulatives and images.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Secure understanding of one more and one less using a variety of manipulatives and pictures.
- Use stem sentences including one more than and one less than.
Keywords
One more - The next number in the count is one more than the number before and there will be one more object in the set.
One less - The previous number in the count is one less than the next number and there will be one fewer object in the set.
Common misconception
Incorrect sequence of counting when recalling the next and previous numbers.
Start with parts of the sequence where pupils are confident to secure the concept of counting on for one more and back for one less.
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To help you plan your year 1 maths lesson on: Finding one more and one less with manipulatives and images, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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Starter quiz
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