Solving 1-Step Word Problems (Addition and Subtraction)
Students will solve one-step word problems involving addition and subtraction of numbers up to 10,000.
Key Questions
- What key words or phrases in a problem tell you whether to add or subtract?
- How does drawing a model help you understand what a problem is asking?
- How do you check that your answer makes sense in the context of the problem?
MOE Syllabus Outcomes
Suggested Methodologies
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