About this lesson
Telling the time helps children plan their day and understand hours, half-hours and quarter-hours. In this Maths lesson, children move the clock hands and read the time.
The lesson has 2 key facts, an interactive activity and a 3-question quiz. Each quiz attempt is scored, and up to three stars can be earned.
When to use this lesson
- Reading a clock before school or bedtime
- Matching times to daily routines
- Practising with a real analogue clock at home
- Revision for Grade 2 Maths at home or in class
How to practise at home
- Play the activity together: move the clock hands and read the time.
- Ask your child to explain one key fact in their own words.
- Take the quiz and try again until you earn three stars.
Practice questions
Show the 3 practice questions and answers
- Which digital time is “Quarter past 11”? Answer: 11:15
- The short hand shows the… Answer: hour
- How many minutes are in one hour? Answer: 60
Frequently asked questions
What will my child learn in “Clock: Quarter past 11”?
The lesson covers these key facts: The long hand points to 3, a quarter of the way round. Quarter past 11 is shown on a digital clock as 11:15.
Which grade is “Clock: Quarter past 11” for?
It is written for Grade 2 pupils studying Maths. Related lessons on time are listed at the bottom of this page.
How can I help my child practise “Clock: Quarter past 11” at home?
Play the activity together, so your child can move the clock hands and read the time. Then ask your child to explain one key fact in their own words and try the 3-question quiz. The quiz awards up to three stars.
Can this lesson be used in class?
Yes. The activity works well on a whiteboard as a starter, and the quiz is a quick check of understanding at the end of the lesson.
Do I need an account to use this lesson?
No. There is no sign-up. Stars and progress are saved in the browser on the device you use.