Step 2 Objective
Recognise negative numbers in contexts (e.g. on a number line, on a temperature scale).
- Examples of what pupils should
know and be able to do - Probing questions
- What if pupils find
this a barrier?
What if pupils find this a barrier?

Use the thermometer ITP to demonstrate temperature differences and order temperatures.
Use above and below sea level as a context for negative numbers.
Model the situation of a bank account that is overdrawn.