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Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Year or Grade 3
What topic	2 digit addition
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Fun with Numbers: A Magical Math Adventure!

Introduction: Setting the Stage

Objective: Today, we will embark on a magical journey to learn about 2-digit addition! Our goal is to become skilled adventurers who can solve number mysteries together.

The Magical Story

Gather around, young math wizards! Picture a land far, far away called Mathlandia, a place where numbers come to life and magical creatures thrive. In Mathlandia, the kindly Number Wizards need your help! Their enchanted forest has been split into two parts, and only by adding the two-digit numbers can we help restore it and bring harmony back to the land.

The Quest Begins

Step 1: Let’s Talk About Numbers!

Before we embark on our quest, let's warm up our addition skills. Can anyone tell me what a 2-digit number looks like?

Example:

• 15 (where 1 is in the tens place and 5 is in the ones place).

Great! Now, let's practice saying a few out loud. How about we say “23” together?

Together: "Two and twenty-three!"

Step 2: Introducing Our Magic Tools

To help us with our addition spells, we’ll need some magic tools!

1. Magic Hats (Place Value Charts): These will help us remember the value of each number.
2. Wands (Whiteboards): Grab your wands and get ready to write!
3. Treasure Maps (Worksheets): Each of you will receive a treasure map filled with number problems we’ll solve together.

The First Challenge: Adding Up the Numbers

• I will cast our first spell! Help me solve this number mystery:

What is 24 + 35?

Let’s use our magic hats to break it down!

1. Tens Place: Add the tens: 20 (from 24) + 30 (from 35) equals...
2. Ones Place: Now add the ones: 4 + 5 equals...
3. Combine: Don’t forget to combine the tens and ones to find the total!

Step 3: Group Practice

Now that we've unlocked our first spell, let’s join forces into small wizard groups! Each group will solve three more magical additions together using their wands to show their thinking.

Conclusion: Celebrating Our Success

Once you solve the challenges together, we’ll gather to share our answers. Each group will present how they accomplished their magic—what strategies they used and any tricks and tips they discovered along the way.

Together, we’ll restore balance to Mathlandia! Are you ready, young adventurers? Let’s dive into the world of 2-digit addition and have some magical fun! ✨

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Note to Teacher: Ensure each student has access to worksheets and whiteboards for practice, and be prepared to assist with any questions that arise during the group practice.