aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 3
What topic	number bonds to ten
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Introduction to Number Bonds to Ten

Lesson Beginning: "The Magical Treasure Hunt"

Objective

Today, we will embark on a magical treasure hunt to discover the secrets of number bonds to ten. By the end of our adventure, you'll be able to find two numbers that add up to ten, just like finding the perfect pair of treasure keys!

The Story Setup

Gather around, young explorers! Imagine we are brave adventurers searching for hidden treasure on an enchanted island. Legends tell of a treasure chest filled with gold coins, but to unlock it, we need to find the magical number pairs that add up to ten!

The Treasure Map

Let's create our treasure map! On your desks, you will find a large piece of paper with a drawing of a treasure chest in the centre. Around the treasure chest, we will write down our magical number bonds to ten.

• Instructions:
  • Think of two numbers whose total is ten. For example, if you choose 3, what number do you need to add to it to make 10?
  • Once you find your pairs, draw a line from your numbers to the treasure chest on the map.

Group Activity: Bonding with Numbers

After we complete the treasure map, we’ll work in pairs to share our number bonds. Each pair will piece together their findings to help unlock the treasure chest. You'll get to share and explore how many different ways we can build up to ten.

Conclusion

At the end of our lesson, we will have unlocked the treasure chest together, revealing our exciting finds: the number bonds to ten! Let’s put on our thinking caps and get started on our treasure hunt!

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Get ready to set sail for an unforgettable journey through the world of numbers!