Figure out the Unknown Number - Lesson for Grade 1, Chapter - Thinking Deeper about Addition and Subtraction—The Unknown Number
In the "Figure out the Unknown Number" lesson, tailored for Grade 1 students, learners will embark on an engaging journey into the depths of addition and subtraction, with a special focus on uncovering unknown numbers within equations. This lesson falls under the broader chapter of "Thinking Deeper about Addition and Subtraction—The Unknown Number," nested within the unit on "Applications in Operations Within 100. " Through a series of captivating activities such as the "Missing Number: Ferris Wheel Math Worksheet," "Missing 12 Worksheet," and "The Unknown Number with the Moon Phases Worksheet," students will sharpen their analytical skills in a fun and interactive manner.
Understanding how to find unknown numbers in mathematical equations is a foundational skill that not only solidifies students' grasp of basic arithmetic operations but also enhances their problem-solving abilities. This competency is crucial as it lays the groundwork for more complex mathematical concepts they will encounter in their academic journey. By mastering this skill early on, students will gain confidence in their mathematical abilities, fostering a positive attitude towards learning more challenging topics in the future.
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Activity 1 / Missing Number: Ferris Wheel Math Worksheet
Go up and down, and round and round while completing this exciting addition worksheet from Kids Academy! Hop on the Ferris wheel and complete each equation found in the baskets, solving for the missing number! Is the missing number 6? If so, draw a line from the basket to the number in the middle of the ride. Not only will your child be practicing important pre-algebra addition problems, but he or she will have fun with this upbeat and vividly illustrated PDF math page!
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Activity 2 / Missing 12 Worksheet
Help your kids figure out the missing number in this colorful nature worksheet. By engaging your kids in simple and educational exercises such as this one, you combine teaching them with some fun. Help your kids practice their addition and subtraction skills with the simple exercise. Look at the picture with your kids. Which of the equations have 12 as the missing number? Help your kids trace on the dotted lines for the correct answers.
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Activity 3 / The Unknown Number with the Moon Phases Worksheet
Ask your kids to show you the moon in the night sky. The sometimes round shape in the night sky is the moon, and it is a source of light to the planet. Does your child know why the shape of the moon changes many times during the course of a month? Explain to them the wonders of moon phases with this simple worksheet. Then, help them solve some math. Find the equations which have ‘8’ as their missing number, and then help them trace on the dotted line to the correct answer.
