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Solid Shapes Counting Naming and recognising common 2D and 3D shapes. Level common vocabulary and recognising numbers up to ten. Functonal Skills Maths Entry PDF www.entrylevelmaths.co.uk/worksheets/u8.pdf Entry but login required Word http://www.tes.co.uk/resourcedetail.aspx?storycode=6122414
Counting and using money Measure A basic worksheet to help entry learners count and recognise money. A recap tool to assess what learners know about Shape and Space at entry level 2. Entry Entry PDF PDF http://www.skillsworkshop.org/numeracy?op=or&tid%5b%5d=53&tid_depth%5b%5d=852 http://www.skillsworkshop.org/category/numeracy/measures-shape-and-space/shape-and-space
Odd and Even numbers Simple scales to the nearest division A practical worksheet to help learners remember the pattern and learn odd and even numbers. Using diagrams of simple scales to be read to the nearest labelled division (identifying what scales learners are familiar with through work or leisure activities), e.g. read a speedometer to the nearest 10mph. Entry and 3 http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/factsheet/ma02symb-e3-f-how-to-recognise-odd-and-even-numbers Entry http://www.excellencegateway.org.uk/node/1637
Doubling and halving Subtracting three digit numbers examples of doubling and halving including building on life skills. Practical methods for subtraction three digit number correctly. Entry Entry Level 3 http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/factsheet/ma10mult-e2-f-doubles http://www.coolmath4kids.com/subtraction/07-subtraction-lesson-three-digit-numbers-01.html
Estimating and measuring length Fractions A comparative table estimating and measuring lengths of objects. Practical fraction problems in familiar contexts. Entry Level 3 Entry Level 3 http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/worksheet/ma22leng-e3-w-estimating-and-measuring-length http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/worksheet/ma17frac-e3-w-working-out-fraction-problems
Addition and subtraction Negative numbers A practical revision activity to recap functional examples for addition and subtraction in a range of contexts. Interactive quiz focusing on understanding of negative numbers. Word http://www.skillsworkshop.org/resources/addition-and-subtraction-revision http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/quiz/ma05nega-l1-quiz
Percentages Simplifying fractions Finding percentages of money in practical contexts. Exercise in recognising fractions that can be simplified and that are larger than 1. Word http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/worksheet/ma16perc-l1-w-more-percentage-parts http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/worksheet/ma17frac-l1-w-simplifying-fractions
Adding and subtracting decimals Converting units of measure Understand the methods for adding and subtracting decimals (small and large). Activities on the use of imperial and metric measurements in Britain with a metric/imperial conversion guide. PDF http://www.teachingideas.co.uk/maths/contents_decimals.htm http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/factsheet/ma21impe-l1-f-converting-imperial-and-metric
Perimeter and Area Area Calculating the perimeter of composite shapes with given measurements. Calculating area using length and width. http://www.skillsworkshop.org/resources/new-flat-area-and-perimeter-investigation http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/factsheet/ma30area-l1-f-area-of-rectangles-length-and-width
Volume Time calculations Calculating volume with given dimensions of 3D shapes and converting units of measure. Activities based on calculating the start and finish time of events. http://rwp.qia.oxi.net/learning_material/portal/volume_num_1/m05/t10/index.htm http://rwp.qia.oxi.net/learning_material/portal/time-calculations_num_1/m04/t35/index.htm
Estimate, measure and compare Equivalent fractions, decimals and percentages Estimating, measuring and comparing length, distance, weight and capacity using metric and imperial units. Converting fractions, decimal and percentages accurately. Practical worksheets to understand the units of measure, reading scales to different levels of accuracy and choosing appropriate measuring instruments for given degrees of accuracy. PDF http://www.excellencegateway.org.uk/node/1661 http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/factsheet/ma18comp-l1-f-fractions-to-decimals-using-equivalent-fractions
Solving equations Ratio and proportion A practical worksheet outlining simple equations to solve using formulas. Worksheets to encourage scaling up recipes and diluting drinks. Worksheet PDF http://mathsteaching.files.wordpress.com/2008/03/solving-equations-level-2.pdf http://rwp.qia.oxi.net/learning_material/portal/ratio-and-proportion_num_2
Scale drawings Symmetry Activities that use scale drawings to interpret measure. A drawing activity to encourage learners to draw the reflection of the image using the line of symmetry., login required Worksheet Excel http://rwp.qia.oxi.net/learning_material/portal/scale-drawings_num_2/m05/t09/index.htm http://www.tes.co.uk/teaching-resource/reflective-symmetry-3001963/
Transformation Extracting and interpreting data A practical game to encourage learners to transform a shape with given instructions. Practical worksheets to show understanding of how to use scales, charts and graphs., login required PDF http://nrich.maths.org/5457 http://www.excellencegateway.org.uk/node/1716
Introduction to probability Area, volume and perimeter Activities to calculate the probability of event occurring. A practical PowerPoint to help teachers introduce perimeter, area and volume at level 2, showing the differences in calculations. PDF PowerPoint http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/worksheet/ma20prob-l1-w-probability-scale http://www.skillsworkshop.org/resources/area-perimeter-and-volume-functional-maths
www.ocr.org.uk/functionalskills Resources Index click on a resource to go to the appropriate page. Entry Solid shapes Counting Counting and using money Entry Measure Odd and even numbers Simple scales to the nearest division Doubling and halving Entry Level 3 Subtracting three digit numbers Estimating and measuring length Fractions Addition and subtraction Negative numbers Percentages Simplifying fractions Adding and subtracting decimals Converting units of measure Perimeter and area Area Volume Time calculations Estimate, measure and compare Equivalent fractions, decimals and percentages Solving equations Ratio and proportion Scale drawings Symmetry Transformation Extracting and interpreting data Introduction to probability Area, volume and perimeter CONTACT US By email: functional skills@ocr.org.uk Keep up to date on the latest news by registering to receive e-alerts at www.ocr.org.uk/updates Vocational qualifications Telephone 024 76 851509 Facsimile 024 76 851633 Email vocational.qualifications@ocr.org.uk General qualifications Telephone 01223 553998 Facsimile 01223 552627 Email general.qualifications@ocr.org.uk For staff training purposes and as part of our quality assurance programme your call may be recorded or monitored. OCR 2012 Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations is a Company Limited by Guarantee. Registered in England. Registered office 1 Hills Road, Cambridge CB1 2EU. Registered company number 3484466. OCR is an exempt charity.