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Lunar New Year Codebreaker

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Year 2Key Events & Seasonal

Lunar New Year Codebreaker

A fun Year 2 Lunar New Year Codebreaker activity that helps children practise addition and subtraction within 100. Ideal for themed literacy and maths lessons.

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This Year 2 Lunar New Year Codebreaker resource is a fun and engaging literacy activity designed to support children with addition and subtraction within 100. Using a code, children need to solve the calculations, reveal letters and decode a short Lunar New Year themed phrase. This resource is ideal for Year 2 children who are confident forming letters and solving calculations within 100 , making it perfect for small group work or early morning tasks. The themed images promote problem solving within maths. The Lunar New Year theme provides a meaningful cross-curricular link, supporting cultural awareness and discussion alongside maths and literacy development. An answer slide is included to support adults and allow for self-checking or guided discussion. Perfect for teachers looking for an engaging Year 2 activity , this codebreaker is a low-prep, child-friendly resource that combines celebration themes with purposeful learning outcomes.Read more

This Year 2 Lunar New Year Codebreaker resource is a fun and engaging literacy activity designed to support children with addition and subtraction within 100. Using a code, children need to solve the calculations, reveal letters and decode a short Lunar New Year themed phrase. This resource is ideal for Year 2 children who are confident forming letters and solving calculations within 100 , making it perfect for small group work or early morning tasks. The themed images promote problem solving within maths. The Lunar New Year theme provides a meaningful cross-curricular link, supporting cultural awareness and discussion alongside maths and literacy development. An answer slide is included to support adults and allow for self-checking or guided discussion. Perfect for teachers looking for an engaging Year 2 activity , this codebreaker is a low-prep, child-friendly resource that combines celebration themes with purposeful learning outcomes.

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