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| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Addition and subtraction |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 3 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Addition and Subtraction
Year/Grade 3
Mathematics
30 minutes
20 Students
This lesson plan meets the requirements of the national curriculum for mathematics for Year 3, focusing on addition and subtraction.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Begin with a brief review of addition and subtraction. Engage students with questions to recall previous knowledge. |
| 2 | Checking Homework | 5 min | Collect the previous homework assignments without individual presentations. Quickly review common errors and correct answers as a class. |
| 3 | Activity: Printable Cards | 10 min | Distribute printable cards to each student. Instruct them to fill in the cards based on given addition and subtraction problems or examples. |
| 4 | Group Discussion | 5 min | Have students discuss their answers with a partner for peer review. Walk around to provide support and guidance. |
| 5 | Collecting Cards | 3 min | Collect the cards from the students or randomly check a few to ensure understanding. |
| 6 | Assigning Homework | 2 min | Assign homework related to addition and subtraction concepts learned in class, informing students what to expect for the next lesson. |
"Good morning, class! Today, we are going to dive back into the world of addition and subtraction. Can anyone remind me what addition means? Yes, that's right! Addition is when we put things together. And what about subtraction? Correct! Subtraction is when we take things away.
Let’s think about real-life examples. If I have 5 apples and I buy 3 more, how many do I have altogether? And if I eat 2 of those apples, how many are left? Great job remembering those concepts! Now, let's keep those ideas in mind as we move through today’s lesson."
"Now, I’d like everyone to pass up your homework assignments from the previous lesson. Thank you! I’ll quickly glance through them now. As I do, let's talk about some common mistakes I noticed."
"One common error was in carrying numbers in addition when the result was greater than 10. Make sure you remember to carry over to the next place value! Similarly, I saw some errors in subtraction where numbers were reversed. Always double-check to make sure the larger number is on top.
Okay, everyone, let’s set ourselves up for today! Are you ready?"
"Now, I have some printable cards for each of you. I want you to take one card and look at the addition and subtraction problems written on it. Your task is to solve these problems and fill in your cards. You can use markers or crayons to make it colorful!
You have 10 minutes for this activity. If you need any help, raise your hand, and I’ll come around to assist you. Let’s begin!"
"Time’s up! Now, I’d like you to turn to your partner and discuss your answers. Share how you arrived at your answers and any strategies you used. This is a great opportunity to help each other and learn from one another.
I’ll be walking around to listen to your discussions, so don’t hesitate to ask me questions if anything is unclear. Let’s take 5 minutes for this discussion."
"Thank you for those wonderful discussions, everyone! Now, it’s time to collect your cards. Please hand them in to me as you finish. I’ll take a quick look at some of the answers to ensure that we all understand the material before we move on.
Remember, it's okay if your answers weren't perfect; what matters is that you tried and learned. You're doing great!"
"Before we end our lesson today, I’d like to assign some homework. For your homework, I want you to create your own addition and subtraction problems. You can use real-life examples just like we discussed: apples, books, or even toys!
Make sure to bring your problems to class next time, because we might just use them in a fun group activity. Great work today, everyone! I look forward to seeing your creative problems next time. Have a wonderful day!"
Define addition in your own words. Provide an example from your daily life.
Define subtraction in your own words. Provide an example from your daily life.
Solve the following addition problems:
Solve the following subtraction problems:
Create three addition problems using real-life objects (like fruits or toys) and write the answers.
Create three subtraction problems using real-life objects (like fruits or toys) and write the answers.
Reflect on a common mistake you might make when adding or subtracting. How can you avoid this mistake in the future?
Pair up with a family member or friend and teach them a strategy for solving addition or subtraction problems. Write about the strategy and their response.
Illustrate one of your addition or subtraction problems with a drawing. Explain your illustration.
Prepare to bring your created problems to class next time for a fun group activity! What do you hope to learn from sharing your problems with your classmates?
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the definition of addition? | |
| Can you provide an example of subtraction in real life? | |
| What should you do if the result of an addition problem is greater than 10? | |
| Why is it important to check which number is on top in a subtraction problem? | |
| How long do you have to solve the problems on your printable card? | |
| What should you do if you need help during the activity? | |
| What did you discuss with your partner during the group discussion? | |
| What should you do with your printable cards after the activity? | |
| What type of problems are you expected to create for your homework? | |
| Why is it beneficial to use real-life examples in your problems? |