Discover the Exciting World of Position and Direction in Year 1 Autumn Block 1!

Welcome to Year 1 Autumn Block Position and Direction 2020 – a fascinating journey into the concepts of position and direction through fun and interactive activities! In this article, we will explore the key ideas covered in the Year 1 curriculum, providing an engaging guide for teachers, parents, and students alike.

The Importance of Position and Direction

Position and direction are fundamental mathematical concepts that help children develop their spatial reasoning skills. These skills are essential in everyday life, from reading maps and following directions to understanding shape transformations and problem-solving.

Key Learning Objectives

The Year 1 Autumn Block Position and Direction curriculum aims to introduce children to the basics of this mathematical topic. By the end of this block, students should be able to:

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• Understand and describe position using everyday language (e.g., above, below, beside)
• Give and follow simple directions (e.g., go forward, turn left)
• Use positional language to describe the position of objects and shapes
• Identify and describe shapes with specific positional features (e.g., corners, sides)

Engaging Activities

Learning about position and direction doesn't have to be boring! Here are some exciting activities and games to make the learning process enjoyable:

1. Treasure Hunt

Create a treasure map of your house or classroom and let the children take turns giving and following directions to find hidden treasures. Use positional language such as "walk two steps forward" or "turn right at the chair."

2. Shape City

Construct a shape city using building blocks or other materials. Ask the students to identify the position of buildings in relation to each other using words like "next to," "behind," or "in front of."

3. Simon Says

Play a game of Simon Says with positional language commands. For example, "Simon says touch your nose above your head" or "Simon says jump five steps to the left."

4. Follow That Path

Lay out a path using masking tape on the floor and create different challenges for children to follow. They can walk along the path, jump over obstacles, and turn left or right at designated points.

Resources for Further Learning

To reinforce the concepts learned during Year 1 Autumn Block 1 Position and Direction, here are some online resources that can be beneficial:

a) Educational Websites:

- Khan Academy (www.khanacademy.org): Provides video lessons and interactive practice activities on various mathematical topics, including position and direction.

- Topmarks (www.topmarks.co.uk): Offers a wide range of interactive games and activities for children to practice positional language and directions.

b) Books:

- "Rosie's Walk" by Pat Hutchins: A delightful storybook that introduces children to positional language through the adventures of a hen named Rosie.

- "Who's in the Forest?" by Phyllis Gershator: This lift-the-flap book helps children identify animals hiding in different positions within a forest setting.

c) Worksheets and Printables:

- Twinkl (www.twinkl.co.uk): Provides a variety of printable worksheets and activities specifically designed for Year 1's Position and Direction curriculum.

- Education.com (www.education.com): Offers free printable worksheets and games to help reinforce positional language and direction skills.

Year 1 Autumn Block Position and Direction 2020 is an exciting journey into the world of spatial awareness. By engaging in fun and interactive activities, children can develop their understanding of position and direction while having a great time. Remember to utilize the resources available and encourage exploration and creativity throughout this learning block!

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