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Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 8
What topic	How can you use place value pattern to help you count ones and tens
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A Journey Through Place Value Patterns

Introduction

Welcome to a new math adventure! Today, we're going to explore the fascinating world of place value patterns and discover how they can help us count ones and tens with confidence. Are you ready to unlock the magic behind the numbers?

The Hook: Mystery Envelope

To kick off our lesson, each of you will receive a mystery envelope at your desk. Inside, you’ll find a collection of small items, such as buttons or colored beads, grouped in tens and ones. For example, you might find:

• 12 buttons (1 group of ten and 2 extra ones)
• 25 beads (2 groups of ten and 5 extra ones)

Task 1: What’s Inside?

1. Open your envelope and take a moment to observe the items inside.
2. Count how many objects you have in total.
3. Write down your count in your notebook and note how many groups of ten there are and how many ones remain.

Discussion: Patterns Emerge

After everyone has counted their items, we will come together to discuss our findings. Here are some guiding questions to consider:

• How did you determine how many groups of ten you found?
• Did you notice any patterns while counting your items?
• Why do you think it’s important to recognize these place value patterns?

Transition: Understanding Place Value

Now that we've gotten our hands on some tangible objects and discussed our counting experiences, we'll dive deeper into the concept of place value.

Conclusion

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to use these patterns in place value to help you easily count larger numbers, ensuring that you are not just counting, but counting smartly! Let's get started on mastering our counting skills, shall we?