Year 2 Summer Block 2

Summer Block 2: Geometry – Position and Direction

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Week 3 Small Steps:

  • Describe position
  • Solve problems with position
  • Describe movement

Week 4 Small Steps:

  • Describe turns
  • Describe movement and turns
  • Make patterns with shapes (using direction and turns)

National Curriculum:

  • Order and arrange combinations of mathematical objects in patterns and sequences
  • Use mathematical vocabulary to describe position, direction and movement, including movement in a straight line and distinguishing between rotation as a turn and in terms of right angles for quarter, half and three-quarter turns (clockwise and anticlockwise)
  • Work with patterns of shapes, including those in different orientations
  • Use the concept and language of angles to describe ‘turn’ by applying rotations, including in practical contexts

Year 2 Position and Direction Resources – Summer Block 2

Support children in developing a strong understanding of position, direction and movement with our Maths Masters resources for Summer Block 2. These high-quality materials are fully aligned with the White Rose Maths small steps and designed to help pupils describe positions, turns and movement using precise mathematical language.

Our Year 2 Position and Direction resources include lesson plans, presentations, worksheets and practical activities created by experienced teachers. Each resource is structured to support clear progression and encourage mathematical reasoning as children solve problems involving position and turns.

Across this block, pupils will describe position and movement, identify and make quarter, half and full turns, and use directional language to create and follow patterns. Activities include hands-on tasks, shape-based challenges, and visual aids that support a wide range of learning styles and abilities.

Whether you’re introducing these ideas for the first time or revisiting previous learning, our resources offer a range of approaches to keep children engaged while building confidence. With everything ready to go, you can focus on delivering effective lessons with measurable impact.

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