Lesson Plan
Session 1 Lesson Plan
Students will learn to solve single-step addition word problems by using visuals and manipulatives to represent and solve equations, achieving at least 80% accuracy on guided practice.
Mastering single-step addition word problems builds foundational math skills and confidence, preparing students for more complex problem-solving tasks.
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Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Modeling Addition with Manipulatives
10 minutes
Step 3
Hands-On Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Quick Quiz
3 minutes
Step 5
Review & Closure
2 minutes
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Activity
Quiz
Session 1 Quiz: Quick Addition Check
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Session 2 Lesson Plan
Students will learn to solve single-step subtraction word problems by using visuals and manipulatives to represent take-away situations, achieving at least 80% accuracy during guided practice.
Building subtraction skills reinforces number sense, balances their understanding of addition, and prepares students for multi-step problem solving.
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Time
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Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Modeling Subtraction with Manipulatives
10 minutes
Step 3
Hands-On Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Quick Quiz
3 minutes
Step 5
Review & Closure
2 minutes
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Worksheet
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Session 2 Quiz: Quick Subtraction Check
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Session 3 Lesson Plan
Students will practice identifying and solving single-step addition and subtraction word problems using manipulatives and write matching equations, aiming for at least 80% accuracy on guided and independent tasks.
Mixing addition and subtraction problems helps students build flexibility in choosing operations, strengthens number sense, and prepares them for more complex word problems.
Audience
Time
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Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Modeling Mixed Problems
10 minutes
Step 3
Hands-On Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Quick Quiz
3 minutes
Step 5
Review & Closure
2 minutes
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Worksheet
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Session 3 Quiz: Quick Mixed Problems Check
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Session 4 Lesson Plan
Students will learn to solve two-step addition and subtraction word problems by breaking each problem into sequential steps, modeling with manipulatives, and writing matching equations to reach at least 80% accuracy.
Two-step problems deepen critical thinking and planning skills, helping students handle multi-part real-world math challenges.
Audience
Time
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Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Modeling Two-Step Problems
10 minutes
Step 3
Hands-On Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Quick Quiz
3 minutes
Step 5
Review & Closure
2 minutes
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Session 4 Quiz: Quick Two-Step Problems Check
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Session 5 Lesson Plan
Students will break down and solve three-step word problems using counters and write sequential equations, demonstrating clear planning and accurate computation.
Three-step problems deepen critical thinking by requiring students to plan, execute, and record multiple operations in sequence, solidifying their addition/subtraction flexibility and confidence.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up Discussion
5 minutes
Step 2
Modeling Three-Step Problems
10 minutes
Step 3
Hands-On Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Quick Quiz
3 minutes
Step 5
Review & Closure
2 minutes
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Session 5 Quiz: Quick Three-Step Problems Check
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