Mathematics

CURRICULUM FOCUS

We are learning to use addition strategies to solve problems. 

I can represent the problem. (pictures, symbols, sentences)

I can use counting on strategy. 

 8 + 3 = 8, 9, 10, 11 (start at bigger number)

I can use partitioning (or part, part whole relationships).

 for example, 8 and 6 is the same as 8 and 2 and 4

I can explain how I solved the problem and justify that I used an effective strategy

VOCABULARY

Addition: to combine two smaller numbers or values

Strategy: a plan or steps to reach a solution

Partitioning: breaking a bigger number value into its smaller parts

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

To help students with their addition and subtraction strategies, pose open ended questions such as: