Adding Fun with Word Problems!

Math Grades 1st Grade 9:35 Video
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Lesson Description

Let's learn how to solve addition word problems using fun stories and pictures!

Video Resource

Learn Grade 1 - Maths - Addition word Problems

KidsClassroom - Nursery Rhymes & Kids Songs

Duration: 9:35
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Key Concepts

  • Addition
  • Word Problems
  • Counting
  • Total

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to solve addition word problems with sums up to 10.
  • Students will be able to represent addition word problems using objects or drawings.
  • Students will be able to identify key information within a word problem to determine the operation needed.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by asking students what addition means. Discuss real-life scenarios where they use addition (e.g., counting toys, sharing snacks). Show the video 'Learn Grade 1 - Maths - Addition word Problems'. Tell the students to pay close attention to how the word problems are solved.
  • Guided Practice (15 mins)
    After the video, review the word problems presented. Write each problem on the board and ask students to identify the important information (numbers and what needs to be found - the total). Model how to solve the problem using drawings (e.g., circles, lines) or manipulatives (e.g., blocks, counters). Emphasize the vocabulary: 'all together', 'in total', 'how many'. Practice a few example problems together, with students actively participating in solving them. Start with problems directly from the video and then introduce slightly different variations.
  • Independent Practice (15 mins)
    Provide students with worksheets containing addition word problems. Encourage them to draw pictures or use manipulatives to help them solve the problems. Circulate the room to provide individual support and answer questions. Ensure the word problems stay within the range of sums up to 10. Offer a challenge problem for students who finish early.
  • Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the key concepts of addition word problems. Ask students to share their strategies for solving them. Collect the worksheets for assessment.

Interactive Exercises

  • Toy Shop Word Problems
    Set up a mini 'toy shop' with different toys (dolls, cars, teddy bears). Create word problems related to the toys (e.g., 'There are 2 dolls and 3 cars. How many toys are there in all?'). Have students act out the word problems using the toys and then write the equation to solve it.
  • Classroom Object Addition
    Use objects found in the classroom (pencils, books, crayons) to create simple addition word problems. For example, 'There are 4 pencils on the table and 3 pencils in the box. How many pencils are there all together?' Students can physically count the objects to find the answer.

Discussion Questions

  • What does 'all together' mean in a word problem?
  • How can drawing pictures help you solve addition problems?
  • Can you think of a time you used addition today?

Skills Developed

  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Number sense
  • Reading Comprehension

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Lily has 2 apples, and Tom gives her 3 more. How many apples does Lily have now?

Correct Answer: 5

Question 2:

There are 4 blue birds and 1 yellow bird. How many birds are there in all?

Correct Answer: 5

Question 3:

What does 'all together' usually mean in a word problem?

Correct Answer: To add

Question 4:

Ben has 3 toy cars. His sister gives him 2 more. How many cars does Ben have?

Correct Answer: 5

Question 5:

There are 5 big dogs and 2 small dogs at the park. How many dogs are there?

Correct Answer: 7

Question 6:

Mia sees 1 butterfly and then she sees 4 more. How many butterflies does Mia see?

Correct Answer: 5

Question 7:

John has 6 stickers. He gets 2 more. How many stickers does John have now?

Correct Answer: 8

Question 8:

There are 3 brown cats and 3 black cats. How many cats are there in total?

Correct Answer: 6

Question 9:

Sara has 1 flower, and her friend gives her 5 more. How many flowers does Sara have?

Correct Answer: 6

Question 10:

What does the word 'total' tell you to do?

Correct Answer: Add

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

2 birds + 3 birds = _____ birds

Correct Answer: 5

Question 2:

1 car + 4 cars = _____ cars

Correct Answer: 5

Question 3:

3 pencils + 2 pencils = _____ pencils

Correct Answer: 5

Question 4:

4 balls + 1 ball = _____ balls

Correct Answer: 5

Question 5:

If you have 2 apples and get 2 more, you have _____ apples.

Correct Answer: 4

Question 6:

3 cats and 4 dogs. There are ______ animals total.

Correct Answer: 7

Question 7:

There are 6 blue balloons. There is 1 red balloon. In total, there are ______ balloons.

Correct Answer: 7

Question 8:

Start with 4 and count up 2. What number do you get? _____

Correct Answer: 6

Question 9:

5 blocks and 3 more blocks. How many blocks are there now? _______

Correct Answer: 8

Question 10:

When solving word problems, 'in all' means we need to _____ the numbers.

Correct Answer: add

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.C.6:Add and subtract within 20, demonstrating fluency for addition and subtraction within 10. Use strategies such as counting on; making ten (e.g., 8 + 6 = 8 + 2 + 4 = 10 + 4 = 14); decomposing a number leading to a ten (e.g., 13 - 4 = 13 - 3 - 1 = 10 - 1 = 9); using the relationship between addition and subtraction (e.g., knowing that 8 + 4 = 12, one knows 12 - 8 = 4); and creating equivalent but easier or known sums (e.g., adding 6 + 7 by creating the known equivalent 6 + 6 + 1 = 12 + 1 = 13). 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 = _.

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