Autumn Problem Solving

Description

Develop mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills with this engaging Year 5 Autumn Problem Solving resource. Set in the context of a fun autumn fair, this printable activity encourages children to apply their maths knowledge to a range of real-life scenarios while revising key concepts from the Year 4 summer term.

Designed for Year 5 pupils, this resource provides meaningful opportunities to consolidate prior learning before moving on to new curriculum content. Children solve multi-step problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, decimals, fractions, measures, and money, helping to build confidence and fluency through practical application.

Perfect for autumn maths lessons, revision sessions, early finisher activities, homework, intervention groups, or independent learning, this resource promotes logical thinking and mathematical reasoning in an engaging seasonal context.

This resource helps children develop:

Multi-step problem-solving skills
Addition and subtraction strategies
Multiplication fluency
Decimal comparison
Fractions, money, and measure skills
Mathematical reasoning and logical thinking

The activity revises the following Year 4 objectives:

Solve addition and subtraction two-step problems in context
Solve problems using multiplication and addition
Compare numbers with the same number of decimal places
Solve simple measure and money problems involving fractions and decimals

Perfect for Year 5 pupils and aligned with Upper Key Stage 2 (UKS2) maths objectives, this resource is ideal for consolidating prior learning at the beginning of the academic year.

What’s Included:

Autumn fair themed problem-solving activity
Real-life maths word problems
Revision of key Year 4 summer term objectives
Engaging seasonal context
Ready-to-print PDF resource

Ideal for classroom maths lessons, autumn-themed activities, revision sessions, homework, early finisher tasks, intervention groups, and independent learning.