Mathematics

CURRICULUM FOCUS

We are learning to find unknown values in numerical equations. 

VOCABULARY

Unknown Values: A number that is not known. 

Numerical Equations: A mathematical sentence involving numbers and operation symbols.

ACTIVITIES YOU CAN DO AT HOME TO SUPPORT YOUR CHILD'S LEARNING

Have a go at finding the unknown value in the following problem: 

I needed to buy a new swimming cap and goggles for the swimming carnival. Together they cost $54.00. 

The goggles cost less than $20. 

What could the price of my cap and goggles be?