AN MSS1/E3.1 Add & subtract money using decimal notation

MSS1/E3.1 Add and subtract sums of money using decimal notation. (a) know how to align decimal points and figures in column addition and subtraction (b) know how to enter sums of money in a calculator

A great set of literacy and numeracy resources based on making appointments. Includes blank and filled appointment sheets, treatment price list (with accompanying questions) and a short writing activity. Ideal for working with money and time. Also involves scanning text.

Level
Entry Level 3
Level 1
English
Rt/E3.5
Rt/E3.7
Adult Literacy: Writing
Maths
AN MSS1/E3.1 Add & subtract money using decimal notation
AN MSS1/E3.3
AN MSS1/L1.2 Read & measure time and use timetables
AN MSS1/L1.3 Calculate with and convert between units of time
Context
Hairdressing & Beauty therapy

A web research project that covers money and general reading / research / writing skills. You must plan a trip for 15 pre-school children.

Level
Entry Level 3
Level 1
English
General literacy / English
Maths
AN MSS1/E3.1 Add & subtract money using decimal notation
ICT
Entry 3 ICT
General
Generic resources for literacy, numeracy and beyond
Context
Health, Social care, Early years
Leisure, Hobbies, Travel & Tourism

A twist of the ever-popular Argos activity. Generous Uncle Arthur has given you £1000! This version is ideal for Entry 3 as involves only estimating, addition and subtraction of money. The comparing prices and investigative aspect also make it ideal for Functional Maths (E2).

Level
Entry Level 2
Entry Level 3
Maths
Functional Maths
AN MSS1/E3.1 Add & subtract money using decimal notation

Bound to provoke much discussion about piracy and profit, alongside useful problem solving practice with adding, dividing and multiplying money.

Level
Entry Level 3
Level 1
Maths
AN MSS1/E3.1 Add & subtract money using decimal notation
AN MSS1/L1.1 Add, subtract, multiply & divide sums of money and record
Context
Art Film Media Music Radio TV
Business & Money management

A series of differentiated tasks that provide practice with adding up money and sticking to a budget.

Level
Entry Level 2
Entry Level 3
Maths
MSS1/E2.2
AN MSS1/E3.1 Add & subtract money using decimal notation
Context
Catering Food Nutrition

The New Argos catalogue involves spending a £500 inheritance and comparing the prices in two different Argos catalogues. Covers addition and subtraction (money) and percentage increase/decrease.

Level
Entry Level 3
Level 1
Level 2
Maths
AN MSS1/E3.1 Add & subtract money using decimal notation
AN MSS1/L1.1 Add, subtract, multiply & divide sums of money and record
N2/L2.7

Involves ‘budgeting’ and research for buying a new car and a luxury holiday (2 separate worksheets) from a £100 000 lottery win. Covers addition (money) and large numbers.

Level
Entry Level 3
Level 1
Maths
AN MSS1/E3.1 Add & subtract money using decimal notation
AN MSS1/L1.1 Add, subtract, multiply & divide sums of money and record
AN N1/L1.1 Place value to millions. < and > symbols
Context
Leisure, Hobbies, Travel & Tourism
Motor vehicles & Transport

Darcy v Wickham! A great way to introduce students to estimation and ‘what is reasonable’.

Level
Entry Level 3
Level 1
Maths
AN MSS1/E3.1 Add & subtract money using decimal notation
AN MSS1/L1.1 Add, subtract, multiply & divide sums of money and record
N1/E3.8
N1/L1.9
Context
Employment skills & Public services

Originally used during a college ‘Be Healthy’ week but makes a great thought-provoking activity at anytime. Covers addition and multiplication of whole numbers and money, plus working with units of time.

Level
Level 1
Entry Level 3
Maths
AN MSS1/L1.3 Calculate with and convert between units of time
AN MSS1/L1.1 Add, subtract, multiply & divide sums of money and record
AN N1/L1.3
AN MSS1/E3.1 Add & subtract money using decimal notation
Context
Health, Social care, Early years

Great way to practise adding and subtracting decimals. Ideal for any students with an interest in cooking. Optional web research.

Level
Entry Level 3
Level 1
Maths
AN MSS1/E3.1 Add & subtract money using decimal notation
AN MSS1/L1.1 Add, subtract, multiply & divide sums of money and record
AN N2/L1.5 Calculate with decimals up to 2dp
Context
Catering Food Nutrition