Claims and support
Match a claim to the evidence that directly supports it.
For parents and teachers
Playing Claims and support
Read the cards and match each one to its partner. Find six pairs, with no timer. Think about the meaning before choosing.
What this game practises
Year 5 explanations and discussions should distinguish a claim from evidence that supports it. Claims and support pairs a specific statement with a direct observation, recorded result or detail in a supplied text. The examples do not establish universal rules: four groups succeeding with revised instructions support a claim about that group and task, rather than proving that nobody could ever find the instructions confusing. For the library example, explain that recorded visits increasing from twenty to thirty-five support greater use during the trial. They do not automatically establish why the increase happened. Ask what other information would be needed to discuss a cause. Encourage precise wording about what a result shows, what it suggests and what still needs checking.
Progress and trying again
The normal game controls let children finish, save stars on this device and play again. A previous best result is kept when a later attempt scores less. Matching games count incorrect pairs; ordering games score the first check of each round; sorting games give another chance after a mistake. Take time to talk about a choice rather than racing.
Return to the learning collection for curriculum guidance, examples and activities to try away from the screen.