This set of worksheets helps students identify and describe the properties of prime, composite and square numbers. Through a series of definitions, classification activities, true or false questions and explanations, students develop a clear understanding of properties of these types of numbers.

How to Complete

1. Sections 1-3: Students match definitions, classify numbers as prime, composite or square, and answer true or false questions.
2. Sections 4 & 5: Students explain the properties of prime, composite and square numbers.
3. Sections 5 & 6: Students list prime and square numbers within a set range.

Additional Tips

1. Encourage students to use factorisation or division to test whether a number is prime or composite.
2. Provide additional support by demonstrating factor trees for composite numbers and highlighting patterns in square numbers.

Extension Ideas

1. Prime Factorisation: Ask students to write composite numbers from the worksheets as the product of their prime factors.
2. Number Patterns: Have students extend their exploration by identifying patterns in prime and square numbers up to 200.