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Year 1 Numbers - Picture Problems

Solve picture problems by looking, matching, and counting. Use drawings to spot pairs, make equal groups, and find simple totals without written sums.

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Fascinating Fact:

Draw lines to pair. Seven socks and three shoes means 3 pairs and 4 socks left.

In KS1 Maths, picture problems help children reason with images. Pupils match and group objects, draw lines to pair items, and count sets to solve simple addition or finding-what’s-left questions.

Key Terms

Pairing: Joining two items that belong together, like sock-to-sock or cup-to-saucer.
Matching: Finding items that are the same, then linking them to make groups.
Set: A collection of objects you count or split into equal groups.

Warm up your skills: try the Numeracy Game to practise ordering and comparing numbers before the quiz.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What are picture problems in Year 1 maths?

Picture problems use drawings or photos to show a maths situation. Children count, match, or pair the objects to find an answer, such as how many are left.

How do you solve picture problems without writing sums?

Look carefully, circle or point to equal groups, draw lines to make pairs, then count the groups or leftovers. Say the steps out loud to check your thinking.

What skills do picture problems build in KS1?

They build counting accuracy, one-to-one matching, grouping into twos or fives, and explaining reasoning using words like pair, left, altogether, and equal.