🏛️ Roman Realm: Master Roman Numerals I to C
Roman Realm is an ancient adventure for Year 4 pupils! This game teaches children to read Roman numerals to 100 (I to C) and understand the history of number systems.
🎯 What Will Your Child Learn?
- Read and write Roman numerals from I to C (1-100)
- Understand the subtractive principle (IV = 4, IX = 9)
- Convert between Roman and Arabic numerals
- Appreciate how number systems evolved over time
- Recognise Roman numerals in everyday contexts (clocks, books)
🎮 How the Game Works
Players decode ancient scrolls by converting Roman numerals to regular numbers (or vice versa). Three difficulty levels introduce numerals progressively: I, V, X (easy), then L (medium), then C (hard). The helpful reference chart stays visible throughout!
💡 Parent Tip: Teach the two key rules: (1) If a smaller numeral comes BEFORE a larger
one, subtract it (IV = 5-1 = 4). (2) If smaller numerals come AFTER, add them (VI = 5+1 = 6). Look for
Roman numerals on clocks, building dates, book chapters, and film credits!
📚 Curriculum Connection
This directly addresses: "Read Roman numerals to 100 (I to C) and know that over time, the numeral system changed to include the concept of zero and place value." Understanding Roman numerals:
- Shows how mathematics developed over history
- Highlights the power of our place value system
- Appears in many real-world contexts
- Develops logical thinking with different rules
🔑 Key Roman Numerals
- I = 1, V = 5, X = 10
- L = 50, C = 100
- IV = 4 (5-1), IX = 9 (10-1)
- XL = 40 (50-10), XC = 90 (100-10)
🏠 Extend Learning at Home
- Clock hunt: Find Roman numeral clocks at home or in shops
- Building dates: Look for "MCMXC" type dates on old buildings
- Book chapters: Many books use Roman numerals for chapters
- Super Bowl: Watch for Roman numerals in sporting events
Salve! Enter the Roman Realm! 🏛️
