Step 5 Objective

Present and interpret solutions/findings in the context of the problem/task. Begin to develop correct and consistent use of notation, symbols and diagrams.


Examples of what pupils should know and be able to do

a diagram with a two by two grid and a two by three grid

Shading Squares
There are six different ways to shade two squares in this shape. Can you find them all?

 

What about this shape?

How many ways are there?

Try using different rectangles made up of more squares.

Try shading three squares.

Examples drawn from Shading Squares

In the diagram for Step 4, the pupils can explain their system to ensure that they do not have repeats.

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