In this lesson, children will explore negative numbers in real-life contexts to reinforce their understanding of the number line extending below zero. They will look at both horizontal and vertical number lines and link this to temperatures on a thermometer, as well as calculating differences across zero. This lesson includes a teaching presentation accompanied by differentiated activities with a range of fluency, reasoning and problem-solving questions.

National Curriculum Objectives:
Mathematics Year 6:

• Use negative numbers in context, and calculate intervals across zero
• Solve number and practical problems that involve the above

Level of this Pack:
Age: 10-11
 England & Wales: Year 6
 Scotland: Primary 6
 Rep. Ireland: Fifth Class
 Australia: Grade 5
 USA: Grade 5...