Exploring the Number 10: A First Grade Adventure!

Math Grades 1st Grade 6:14 Video
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Lesson Description

Let's learn all about the number 10! We'll count, find ways to make 10, and solve fun number puzzles.

Video Resource

Learn Grade 1 - Maths - The Story of number 10

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Duration: 6:14
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Key Concepts

  • Counting to 10
  • Number combinations that make 10
  • Understanding 10 as a group of ones

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to count objects up to 10.
  • Students will be able to identify different number pairs that add up to 10.
  • Students will be able to complete simple addition equations to make 10.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students what they know about the number 10. Show them the video 'Learn Grade 1 - Maths - The Story of number 10'. Tell them they will be learning all the ways to make the number 10.
  • Counting to 10 (10 mins)
    After watching the video, practice counting to 10 together as a class. Use manipulatives like blocks or counters. Have students count objects in the classroom.
  • Making 10 (15 mins)
    Discuss the different combinations that make 10, as shown in the video (1+9, 2+8, 3+7, etc.). Use visual aids like drawings of flowers or balloons to represent these combinations. Have the students practice making number bonds for 10.
  • Solving Equations (10 mins)
    Practice filling in the missing number to make 10. Write simple equations on the board, like _ + 3 = 10, and have students solve them. Use the balloon example from the video.
  • Wrap Up (5 mins)
    Review what they have learned about the number 10. Ask students to share their favorite way to make 10.

Interactive Exercises

  • Number Bond Worksheet
    Provide students with a worksheet containing blank number bonds. Have them fill in the missing numbers to make 10. Example: One circle has '4', the other circle is blank, the total is '10'.
  • Ten Frame Activity
    Use a ten frame (a 2x5 grid) and counters. Show a number less than 10 (e.g., 6) and ask students how many more counters are needed to fill the ten frame and make 10.

Discussion Questions

  • What are some things you see every day that come in groups of 10?
  • Can you think of a time when you needed to count to 10?

Skills Developed

  • Number recognition
  • Addition skills
  • Problem-solving

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which numbers add up to 10?

Correct Answer: 1 + 8

Question 2:

How many fingers do you have on both hands?

Correct Answer: 10

Question 3:

What number is missing? 6 + ____ = 10

Correct Answer: 4

Question 4:

What is the number after 9?

Correct Answer: 10

Question 5:

Which of these shows a way to make 10?

Correct Answer: 5 + 5

Question 6:

If you have 7 balloons, how many more do you need to have 10?

Correct Answer: 3

Question 7:

Which is more, 10 or 5?

Correct Answer: 10

Question 8:

What number is missing? ____ + 1 = 10

Correct Answer: 9

Question 9:

You have 2 apples. How many more to get to 10?

Correct Answer: 8

Question 10:

Which numbers add up to 10?

Correct Answer: 4 + 6

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

5 + _____ = 10

Correct Answer: 5

Question 2:

1 + _____ = 10

Correct Answer: 9

Question 3:

3 + _____ = 10

Correct Answer: 7

Question 4:

8 + _____ = 10

Correct Answer: 2

Question 5:

_____ + 4 = 10

Correct Answer: 6

Question 6:

_____ + 0 = 10

Correct Answer: 10

Question 7:

2 + _____ = 10

Correct Answer: 8

Question 8:

9 + _____ = 10

Correct Answer: 1

Question 9:

7 + _____ = 10

Correct Answer: 3

Question 10:

_____ + 6 = 10

Correct Answer: 4

Educational Standards

CCSS.Math.Content.1.OA.A.1:Use addition and subtraction within 20 to solve word problems involving situations of adding to, taking from, putting together, taking apart, and comparing, with unknowns in all positions, e.g., by using objects, drawings, and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem. CCSS.Math.Content.1.OA.D.8:Determine the unknown whole number in an addition or subtraction equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 + ? = 11, 5 = _ - 3, 6 + 6 = _. CCSS.Math.Content.1.NBT.B.2.A:10 can be thought of as a bundle of ten ones — called a "ten."

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