Maths Learning in Swifts – 13th September 2024

In Swifts, the children having been using manipulatives such as base-ten and place value charts to learn about 2 and 3-digit numbers. These manipulatives are essential because they help children see how numbers are built from hundreds, tens and ones, making it easier to understand how each digit’s position affects its value. This hands-on experience makes the idea of place value clearer and more concrete for the children.