Even Steven: Discovering Even and Odd Numbers!

Math Grades 1st Grade 11:13 Video
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Lesson Description

Let's explore even and odd numbers using fun, outdoor objects, just like in the video! We'll learn what makes a number even or odd and practice skip counting by 2s.

Video Resource

Grade 1: Math Lessons #49 Identifying Even Numbers To 20 (MATH IN THE WOODS!)

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Duration: 11:13
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Key Concepts

  • Even numbers can be divided into pairs with no leftovers.
  • Odd numbers have one left over when divided into pairs.
  • Skip counting by 2s identifies even numbers.

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to identify even numbers up to 20.
  • Students will be able to identify odd numbers up to 20.
  • Students will be able to skip count by 2s up to 24.
  • Students will be able to explain the difference between even and odd numbers using objects.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Begin by reviewing counting from 0 to 10. Introduce the concept of skip counting by 2s using the '2, 4, 6, 8' cheer from the video (2, 4, 6, 8, even numbers are great!). Explain that these numbers are called even numbers.
  • Even and Odd Number Exploration (10 mins)
    Explain that even numbers can be split into two equal groups. Use objects (like flowers, sticks, or toys) to demonstrate this. For example, show 6 flowers and split them into two groups of 3. Then, show 7 flowers and explain that one flower will be left out, making it an odd number. Repeat with numbers up to 20.
  • Outdoor Number Hunt (10 mins)
    Take students outside (if possible) or use classroom objects. Have them collect a specific number of items (e.g., 12 leaves). Then, ask them to determine if the number is even or odd by trying to pair the items. Have them explain their reasoning.
  • Skip Counting Practice (5 mins)
    Practice skip counting by 2s up to 24 using the song from the video. Encourage students to clap or use their fingers to keep track.
  • Wrap Up (5 mins)
    Review the key concepts of even and odd numbers. Ask students to give examples of even and odd numbers they learned today.

Interactive Exercises

  • Pair Up Game
    Give each student a number between 1 and 20. Have them find a partner so that their numbers add up to an even number. Discuss which numbers were easy to pair up and which were not.
  • Even/Odd Sort
    Create two columns on the board labeled 'Even' and 'Odd'. Call out numbers between 1 and 20 and have students tell you which column the number belongs in. Explain their reasoning.

Discussion Questions

  • What happens when you try to divide an even number into two equal groups?
  • What happens when you try to divide an odd number into two equal groups?
  • Why are the numbers we say when we skip count by 2 called 'even' numbers?

Skills Developed

  • Number recognition
  • Counting
  • Skip counting
  • Problem-solving
  • Logical reasoning

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

Which of these numbers is an even number?

Correct Answer: 8

Question 2:

Which of these numbers is an odd number?

Correct Answer: 7

Question 3:

If you have 4 cookies, can you share them equally with a friend?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 4:

What number comes next when skip counting by 2: 2, 4, 6, ____?

Correct Answer: 8

Question 5:

Is the number 10 even or odd?

Correct Answer: Even

Question 6:

Is the number 11 even or odd?

Correct Answer: Odd

Question 7:

If a number is even, can it be divided into two equal groups?

Correct Answer: Yes

Question 8:

Which number is missing: 2, __, 6, 8?

Correct Answer: 4

Question 9:

Which group shows an even number of items if each item has a pair?

Correct Answer: 6 stars

Question 10:

Which number comes next when skip counting by 2: 16, 18, ____?

Correct Answer: 20

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

Numbers that can be divided into pairs are called ____ numbers.

Correct Answer: even

Question 2:

Numbers that have one left over when you try to make pairs are called ____ numbers.

Correct Answer: odd

Question 3:

When we skip count by 2, we say the ____ numbers.

Correct Answer: even

Question 4:

The number 2 is an ____ number.

Correct Answer: even

Question 5:

The number 1 is an ____ number.

Correct Answer: odd

Question 6:

The numbers 2, 4, 6, 8 are ____ numbers.

Correct Answer: even

Question 7:

The numbers 1, 3, 5, 7 are ____ numbers.

Correct Answer: odd

Question 8:

If you have 14 toys, you have an _____ number of toys.

Correct Answer: even

Question 9:

The number 15 is an ____ number.

Correct Answer: odd

Question 10:

12, 14, 16, _____. What comes next when counting by two?

Correct Answer: 18

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; 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.NBT.A.1:Count to 120, starting at any number less than 120. In this range, read and write numerals and represent a number of objects with a written numeral.

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