Problem Solving with Addition and Subtraction

Learning objective:

1) Develop and use strategies for whole-number computations focusing on addition and subtraction.

2) Describe quantitative change.

3) Apply and adapt a variety of strategies to solve problems (counting on, addition, repetitive addition/skip counting, subtraction, reasoning).

4) Select and use various types of reasoning and methods of proof.

5) Understand how mathematical ideas interconnect and build on one another to produce a coherent whole.

Grade Levels: 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade

Number of Participants: 1 - 4 ( mini) 1 - 8 ( mega)

Activity Sequence Number: B.12

Skills:

Uses: Addition, Subtraction, Skip Counting, Number Sentences, Problem Solving

NCTM Standards:

Pre-K - 2

1.2.1 Understand meanings of addition and subtraction and relationship between the two operations.

1.2.2 Understand effects of adding and subtracting whole numbers.

1.3.2 Develop fluency with basic number combinations for addition and subtraction.

Grades 3 - 5

1.2.1 Understand various meanings of multiplication and division.

1.2.3 Identify and use relationships between operations, such as the inverse of multiplication to solve problems.

1.3.2 Develop fluency in adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing whole numbers.

6.1.0 Build new mathematical knowledge through problem solving.

6.3.0 Apply and adopt a variety of appropriate strategies to solve problems.

Grades 6 - 9

N/A

Tips & Tricks:

N/A

Response to Intervention Tier:

1,2,3