MathematicsAddition & SubtractionAges 8–9
Two-step addition and subtraction problems
Solve addition and subtraction two-step problems in contexts, deciding which operations and methods to use and why
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- Identify the two steps needed to solve a contextual problem
- Choose between mental and written methods for each step based on the numbers
- Explain why the chosen operations and methods are appropriate
“If your child reads a word problem with two steps — like working out change from a shopping trip with two items — can they plan which calculations to do and in what order?”
Curriculum record
- Type
- Procedural
- Subject
- Mathematics
- Domain
- Addition & Subtraction
- Age range
- Ages 8–9
Standards
uk-nc-2013:Ma/KS2/Y4/AS/3