Operations and Algebraic Thinking · Algebraic Thinking

Addition Strategies Beyond Rote Memory

Moving from counting on to using doubles, near doubles, and bridging through ten.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can knowing 5 plus 5 help you solve 5 plus 6?
  2. 2Why does the order of numbers not change the total in addition?
  3. 3When is it more efficient to start with the larger number when adding?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - NumberNCCA: Primary - Addition and Subtraction
Class/Year: 2nd Class
Subject: Mathematical Explorers: Building Foundations
Unit: Operations and Algebraic Thinking
Period: Algebraic Thinking

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