25 challenges · six strands

Year 4 Visual Maths

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Number

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Number · 5 min

Decimal Place-Value House

Build a decimal by placing ones, tenths and hundredths in the correct columns.

Curriculum details
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VC2M4N01
Focus
Represent and name decimals involving ones, tenths and hundredths.
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Number · 5 min

Multiples of Eight Path

Follow equal jumps to continue a multiples-of-eight sequence.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4N02
Focus
Recognise and continue a number sequence involving a Year 4 multiple.
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Number · 5 min

Half, Tenths and Decimal

Show one half as tenths and as a decimal.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4N03
Focus
Connect equivalent fractions with related denominators and decimal notation.
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Number · 5 min

Locate One and Three Quarters

Locate a mixed numeral by counting equal quarter-jumps.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4N04
Focus
Count fractions and mixed numerals on a number line.
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Number · 6 min

Multiply by 200

Split 200 into 2 multiplied by 100 to solve a warehouse problem.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4N05
Focus
Use place-value relationships to multiply a natural number by a multiple and power of 10.
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Number · 4 min

Double-Double Multiplication

Multiply by four by doubling twice.

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Code
VC2M4N06
Focus
Use an efficient mental strategy for multiplication.
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Number · 6 min

Check the Shopping Estimate

Compare a friendly-number estimate with an exact shopping total.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4N07
Focus
Use rounding and estimation to judge whether a calculation is reasonable.
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Number · 6 min

Cash Change to the Nearest Five Cents

Round a cash total to the nearest five cents, then count up for change.

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Code
VC2M4N08
Focus
Calculate cash change after rounding the final purchase amount to the nearest 5 cents.
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Number · 5 min

Ticket Cost Model

Find each equal-group ticket cost, then combine the totals.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4N09
Focus
Model a practical problem involving multiplication and addition.
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Number · 7 min

Number-Generating Algorithm

Follow odd and even branches through four deterministic passes.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4N10
Focus
Follow an algorithm with steps and decisions and identify the resulting pattern.
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2 challenges

Algebra

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Algebra · 5 min

Missing Number Balance

Keep both sides of an equation balanced to find a missing number.

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Code
VC2M4A01
Focus
Find an unknown value in an addition equation.
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Algebra · 5 min

Use a Known Fact

Grow a known multiplication fact using tens and its related division fact.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4A02
Focus
Use multiplication and related division facts to calculate with larger numbers.
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4 challenges

Measurement

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Measurement · 5 min

Read a Partly Marked Scale

Find the value of each equal space on a measuring jug.

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Code
VC2M4M01
Focus
Interpret an instrument containing partially labelled scale divisions and use an appropriate unit.
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Measurement · 6 min

Area and Perimeter of an L-Shape

Count tiles inside an L-shape and trace its outside boundary.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4M02
Focus
Distinguish area from perimeter and measure both using units.
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Measurement · 6 min

Time Across Noon

Use friendly time jumps to calculate a duration across noon.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4M03
Focus
Calculate duration involving am and pm.
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Measurement · 4 min

Identify a Reflex Angle

Classify an angle using quarter-turn landmarks rather than measuring degrees.

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Code
VC2M4M04
Focus
Compare an angle with right, straight and full-turn benchmarks.
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4 challenges

Space

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Space · 6 min

Square and Cube Properties

Explore the faces, edges and vertices of a cube and compare one face with a square.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4SP01
Focus
Compare properties of a two-dimensional shape and a three-dimensional object.
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Space · 7 min

Decompose a Rocket

Break an original rocket silhouette into familiar two-dimensional shapes.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4SP02
Focus
Approximate a composite object using familiar shapes.
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Space · 5 min

Grid Path

Read a grid letter across and number up, then follow directional moves.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4SP03
Focus
Use grid references and directional language to locate a final position.
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Space · 7 min

Mirror and Turn

Reflect grid cells across a vertical mirror line, then test a half-turn.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4SP04
Focus
Recognise line symmetry and rotational symmetry.
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3 challenges

Statistics

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Statistics · 7 min

Build a Many-to-One Pictograph

Use a key to convert survey totals into pictograph symbols.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4ST01
Focus
Represent digital survey data using a many-to-one pictograph and interpret the result.
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Statistics · 6 min

Which Class Varies More?

Compare aligned dot plots to see clustering and horizontal spread.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4ST02
Focus
Compare displays and identify clustering and variation.
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Statistics · 9 min

Mini Survey Investigation

Move through one investigation from survey responses to a supported conclusion.

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Code
VC2M4ST03
Focus
Conduct a small statistical investigation and communicate a conclusion.
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Probability

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Probability · 7 min

Likelihood and Dependence

Classify first-draw likelihoods, then notice how drawing without replacement changes the bag.

Curriculum details
Code
VC2M4P01
Focus
Describe possible outcomes, order events by likelihood and identify dependent events.
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Probability · 7 min

Two Spinner Experiments

Compare two seeded experiments made with the same fair spinner.

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Code
VC2M4P02
Focus
Conduct repeated chance experiments and describe variation in the results.
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