Fun and easy examples for Key Stage 2 (Ages 7-11)
Ages 7-11Learning about proportions and the rule of three is fun! This page has special examples just for Key Stage 2 students. We use simple numbers and fun stories to help you understand how things work together in maths.
All our examples are designed for children aged 7-11 and follow the UK National Curriculum for Key Stage 2 Mathematics.
The rule of three helps you find an answer when you know three numbers. It's like solving a puzzle!
Simple example: If 2 sweets cost 10p, how much do 5 sweets cost?
Explore 20+ fun examples designed especially for KS2 students. Each example uses simple numbers and real situations that children understand, like sweets, toys, and sports!
View Examples →Download printable worksheets with practice problems perfect for KS2. Includes answer keys for teachers and parents. Different difficulty levels available!
Download Worksheets →Try our KS2-friendly calculator! It's designed with big buttons and simple numbers to help children practice the rule of three.
Use Calculator →Learn through play! Our interactive games make learning proportions fun and engaging for KS2 students.
Play Games →These resources are designed to support mathematical education at Key Stage 2 level:
Problem: If 3 children share 12 sweets equally, how many sweets do 5 children get?
Step 1: We know 3 children get 12 sweets
Step 2: We want to find how many sweets 5 children get
Step 3: Set up: 3 children → 12 sweets, 5 children → ? sweets
Step 4: Calculate: (12 × 5) ÷ 3 = 60 ÷ 3 = 20 sweets
Answer: 5 children get 20 sweets!
Our KS2 resources support the following curriculum objectives: