1.11 Introduction to Negative Numbers PowerPoint Lesson

This 16-slide lesson introduces students to negative numbers through real-world contexts such as temperature, bank balances, and elevations below sea level. Designed to build conceptual understanding through relatable examples, discussion prompts, and visual aids to prepare students for operations with negative numbers in the follow-up lesson.

Note this is lesson one, out of two on negative numbers.

The lesson includes:

• Clear, guided examples

• Discussion opportunities from Think, Pair, Share

• Mini whiteboard section to check understanding and clarify misconceptions

• One structured task to practise key skills

• Challenge activity to extend and deepen learning

Perfect for engaging learners while reinforcing essential numeracy concepts.