Year 2 has been brimming with joy as we explored all sorts of fun ways to reach the number 50! With dice, 100 squares, and number lines at the ready, the children jumped into action and discovered some amazing strategies to get there. Here’s a peek at the creative ways they counted:
1. Step-by-Step in 1s – Some children loved taking little steps by counting forwards or backwards in 1s, making steady progress towards 50!
2. Big Jumps in 10s – Others enjoyed making giant leaps by counting in 10s, getting to 50 in no time at all!
3. Mixing it Up – A few clever counters combined 10s and 1s, finding super-smart shortcuts to hit 50 quickly!
As we explored, we noticed exciting patterns, made fun predictions, and shared our ideas on the quickest and coolest ways to reach 50. The classroom was full of smiles and curiosity, with everyone joining in to try out different methods.
It was a joyful journey to 50 – and we had a blast practicing our counting along the way!
Why not try this at home?
Parents, you can join the fun too! Grab some dice or a number line and see how many creative ways your child can count to 50 (or beyond!). You can try rolling a dice and adding the numbers together, counting by 1s or 10s, or even racing each other to see who reaches 50 first. It’s a great way to practice number skills while having fun together. If you need any resources like number lines or 100 squares, please let our year 2 team know—we’d be more than happy to provide them!
Most importantly, dive in and relish the fun!
