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Introduction to Addition

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📚 Part 1: Quick Questions

WALT: We are learning to understand addition by joining groups and writing number sentences.

Success Criteria: I can join two groups, count the total, use words like add and plus, and write a number sentence (e.g. 3 + 2 = 5).

1. What is 3 + 2?

4

5

6

2. What is 7 + 6?

12

13

14

3. Check all that show addition (join or put together):

5 + 2 = 7

8 - 3 = 5

4 × 2 = 8

9 + 0 = 9

4. True or false: 4 + 3 = 3 + 4

True

False

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers & Drawing

5. Draw two groups of counters below — one group of 4 and one group of 3. Colour them differently. Then write the number sentence.
6. Show your counting on method. Start at 4 and add 3. Draw the jumps on the number line and write the number sentence.
7. Write the number sentence for this story: "I had 5 toy cars. I found 2 more. How many do I have now?"
5 + 2 = ____
8. Extension challenge: Create your own addition story using numbers up to 20. Draw a small picture and write the matching number sentence.

🌟 Extension & Differentiation

Extension for early finishers:

Make a story using three groups (e.g., 4 + 3 + 2). Draw and add them to find the total. Try numbers up to 20.

Support strategies:

Use counters or fingers to join small groups (under 10). Work with a buddy to practise saying number sentences aloud (e.g., "four plus three equals seven").

Assessment tip for teacher:

Listen for correct use of words like add, plus, and observe students joining counters and writing matching number sentences.

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