Adding One: A Pumpkin Seed Adventure!

Math Grades 1st Grade 5:25 Video
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Lesson Description

Learn to add one to a number using fun pumpkin seeds! Discover how adding one just gives you the next counting number.

Video Resource

Grade 1: Math Lesson #37 Adding 1 To A Number

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Duration: 5:25
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Key Concepts

  • Addition
  • Counting On
  • Number Sequence

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to add one to a number within 10.
  • Students will understand that adding one results in the next number in the counting sequence.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by introducing the concept of adding one. Show various images of sets of objects and discuss how adding one more increases the total. Mention that you will be watching a video about adding 1.
  • Video Viewing (7 mins)
    Play the YouTube video: 'Grade 1: Math Lesson #37 Adding 1 To A Number'. Encourage students to watch carefully and count along with the teacher in the video.
  • Pumpkin Seed Practice (10 mins)
    Provide each student with a small pile of counters (pumpkin seeds, buttons, or small toys). Write addition problems on the board, such as 2 + 1, 5 + 1, etc. Have the students use the counters to represent the first number, then add one more to find the sum.
  • Matching Game (8 mins)
    Create flashcards with addition problems (e.g., 3 + 1) and separate flashcards with the answers (e.g., 4). Have students match the problems to their correct answers, similar to the game in the video.
  • Wrap-up (5 mins)
    Review the key concept: adding one always gives you the next counting number. Ask students for examples and reinforce their understanding.

Interactive Exercises

  • Number Line Addition
    Use a number line to practice adding one. Start at a given number and hop one space to the right to find the sum. For example, start at 4 and hop one space to reach 5 (4 + 1 = 5).
  • Adding One Worksheet
    Complete a worksheet with various 'plus one' addition problems. Encourage students to use counting on or manipulatives if needed.

Discussion Questions

  • What happens when you add one to a number?
  • Can you give me an example of adding one to a number?

Skills Developed

  • Addition Skills
  • Number Recognition
  • Counting Skills

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What is 2 + 1?

Correct Answer: 3

Question 2:

What comes after the number 5 when you count?

Correct Answer: 6

Question 3:

If you have 4 toys and get 1 more, how many toys do you have?

Correct Answer: 5

Question 4:

What is 7 + 1?

Correct Answer: 8

Question 5:

What is 0 + 1?

Correct Answer: 1

Question 6:

If you have 6 cookies and your friend gives you 1 more, how many cookies do you have?

Correct Answer: 7

Question 7:

What is 3 + 1?

Correct Answer: 4

Question 8:

If you have 8 crayons and find 1 more, how many crayons do you have?

Correct Answer: 9

Question 9:

What is 9 + 1?

Correct Answer: 10

Question 10:

What is the next number after 1?

Correct Answer: 2

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

3 + 1 = _______

Correct Answer: 4

Question 2:

5 + 1 = _______

Correct Answer: 6

Question 3:

7 + 1 = _______

Correct Answer: 8

Question 4:

1 + 1 = _______

Correct Answer: 2

Question 5:

9 + 1 = _______

Correct Answer: 10

Question 6:

4 + 1 = _______

Correct Answer: 5

Question 7:

6 + 1 = _______

Correct Answer: 7

Question 8:

8 + 1 = _______

Correct Answer: 9

Question 9:

0 + 1 = _______

Correct Answer: 1

Question 10:

2 + 1 = _______

Correct Answer: 3

Educational Standards

CCSS.Math.Content.1.OA.C.5:Relate counting to addition and subtraction (e.g., by counting on 2 to add 2). 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... 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.

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