Chicken Math: Adding Two with Eggs!

Math Grades 1st Grade 4:49 Video
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Lesson Description

Learn how to add two to even numbers with a fun chicken egg counting activity!

Video Resource

Grade 1: Math Lesson #57 CHICKEN MATH! Adding Two To An Even Number (Take 2)

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Duration: 4:49
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Key Concepts

  • Adding 2 to even numbers
  • Counting by 2s
  • Understanding the concept of a dozen (12)

Learning Objectives

  • Students will be able to add 2 to even numbers up to 12.
  • Students will be able to count by 2s.
  • Students will be able to recognize that 12 items make a dozen.

Educator Instructions

  • Introduction (5 mins)
    Start by watching the video 'Grade 1: Math Lesson #57 CHICKEN MATH! Adding Two To An Even Number (Take 2)'. Discuss with students what they see in the video (chickens, eggs). Ask them what they think the lesson will be about.
  • Counting Eggs (10 mins)
    After watching the video, revisit the concept of adding two. Use physical objects like blocks or drawings of eggs. Start with 0 eggs and add 2, then add 2 more, and so on. Have students count along and write down the equations (0+2=2, 2+2=4, 4+2=6, etc.).
  • Adding Two Practice (10 mins)
    Provide students with worksheets or a whiteboard to practice adding two to different even numbers. Focus on numbers between 0 and 10. For example, 2+2=, 4+2=, 6+2=, 8+2=.
  • The Dozen (5 mins)
    Explain that 12 eggs make a dozen. Show them a picture of a dozen eggs in a carton. Ask them what other things come in dozens (donuts, cookies).
  • Real-World Connection (5 mins)
    Discuss real-world scenarios where adding two is important. For example, 'If you have 4 toys and your friend gives you 2 more, how many toys do you have now?'

Interactive Exercises

  • Egg Carton Math
    Use an empty egg carton. Place an even number of small objects (like buttons or beans) in the carton. Have students add two more objects and count the total.
  • Number Line Hop
    Draw a number line from 0 to 12. Start at an even number and have students hop two spaces forward. What number did they land on?

Discussion Questions

  • What happens when you add 2 to an even number?
  • Can you give me an example of counting by 2s?
  • How many eggs are in a dozen?

Skills Developed

  • Addition
  • Counting
  • Problem-solving
  • Number Recognition

Multiple Choice Questions

Question 1:

What is 2 + 2?

Correct Answer: 4

Question 2:

What comes after 4 when you count by 2s?

Correct Answer: 6

Question 3:

What is 6 + 2?

Correct Answer: 8

Question 4:

If you have 0 eggs and find 2 more, how many do you have?

Correct Answer: 2

Question 5:

What is 8 + 2?

Correct Answer: 10

Question 6:

How many eggs are in a dozen?

Correct Answer: 12

Question 7:

What is 10 + 2?

Correct Answer: 12

Question 8:

If you have 2 chickens and then you get 2 more. How many chickens do you have now?

Correct Answer: 4

Question 9:

Which of these is an even number?

Correct Answer: 6

Question 10:

Which number comes next: 2, 4, ___

Correct Answer: 6

Fill in the Blank Questions

Question 1:

2 + 2 = ______

Correct Answer: 4

Question 2:

4 + 2 = ______

Correct Answer: 6

Question 3:

6 + 2 = ______

Correct Answer: 8

Question 4:

8 + 2 = ______

Correct Answer: 10

Question 5:

10 + 2 = ______

Correct Answer: 12

Question 6:

A dozen has ______ eggs.

Correct Answer: 12

Question 7:

When you count by 2s, after 6 comes ______.

Correct Answer: 8

Question 8:

If you have 4 toy cars and get 2 more, you have ______ toy cars.

Correct Answer: 6

Question 9:

0 + 2 = ______

Correct Answer: 2

Question 10:

The number after 8 when counting by 2s is ______.

Correct Answer: 10

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.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).

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