Algebra Fun: Equality and Patterns
Year 1-2 Mathematics Exploring equals and patterns together!
What Does Equal Mean?
Equal means 'the same as' Both sides have the same amount Like a balance scale - both sides match!
Let's Check: True or False?
Look at these number sentences Decide if they are TRUE or FALSE Remember: equal means 'same as' 3 + 2 = 5 (True!) 4 + 1 = 7 (False!)
Finding Missing Numbers
Sometimes a number is missing! We need to find what makes it equal 5 + ? = 8 What number makes both sides the same?
Solve the Missing Number Puzzles
Use your counters to help 4 + ? = 7 ? + 2 = 6 8 - ? = 5 Work with a partner and explain your thinking
What Are Patterns?
Patterns repeat the same thing over and over Red, blue, red, blue, red, blue... Clap, stomp, clap, stomp, clap, stomp... Patterns help us predict what comes next!
Pattern Detective Challenge
Look at these patterns Can you find what's missing? Circle, square, circle, ?, circle, square What comes next in each pattern?
Patterns in Stories
Patterns can help solve problems Sam has 2 stickers, then gets 3 more How many stickers does Sam have now? 2 + 3 = ?
Show Your Thinking
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Remember: Math is Everywhere!
Equal means 'the same as' Patterns help us predict We can solve problems together You are all math detectives!