| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Adding within 10 |
| What length (min) | 60 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 1 |
| Class size | 15 |
| What curriculum | Envisions |
| 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 |
Adding within 10
Year/Grade 1
Mathematics
15 Students
The lesson aligns with the Envisions national curriculum for Grade 1 Mathematics focusing on addition skills.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length (minutes) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Adding | 10 | Introduce the topic of adding within 10. Use examples on the whiteboard. |
| 2 | Printable Card Activity | 15 | Hand out printable cards. Students fill them out with addition problems. |
| 3 | Group Activity | 15 | Divide students into groups. Each group completes addition problems on a worksheet. |
| 4 | Physical Activity Break | 10 | Lead the class in a short physical activity to energize students (e.g., dancing). |
| 5 | Review and Check Homework | 5 | Collect or randomly check the printable cards filled out by the students. |
| 6 | Conclusion and Recap | 5 | Recap key points of the lesson. Emphasize strategies for adding within 10. |
"Good morning, class! Today, we are going to learn about adding numbers, specifically within 10. This is a very important skill that we will use every day. Can anyone tell me what adding means?"
[Wait for responses]
"Exactly! Adding is when we combine two or more numbers to find out how many we have in total. Let’s start with a simple example. If I have 2 apples and I get 3 more apples, how many apples do I have now?"
[Write on the whiteboard: 2 + 3 = ?]
"Correct! 2 plus 3 equals 5. That's right! Let's practice a few more together. What about 1 + 4? Can someone tell me the answer?"
[Engage students in solving a couple more problems on the board]
"Awesome, everyone! You’re doing great!"
"Now, I have some fun activities for you! I'm going to hand out printable cards. Each card has some addition problems for you to solve. Your task is to fill out these cards with the answers. Remember, focus on adding numbers that are within 10. If you finish early, raise your hand, and I can give you some more problems!"
[Distribute the cards and give students about 15 minutes to work]
"Okay, time is up! Let's see how everyone did. I'm going to give you 2 minutes to compare your answers with a partner!"
"Next, it's time to work together! I will now divide you into groups of three. Each group will receive a worksheet that has more addition problems. Your job is to work as a team to complete the worksheet. Remember to help each other out and discuss your strategies."
[Divide students and give the groups their worksheets. Allow 15 minutes for this activity.]
"Alright, teams! Have you finished? Let’s gather back together and see how you did as a group!"
"To keep our brains fresh and energized, we're going to take a short dance break! Stand up, and let’s shake off some energy! I’ll play some fun music, and you can dance around for a few minutes. Ready? Here we go!"
[Play music and engage students in a short dance session for about 10 minutes.]
"That was fantastic! I hope you all feel more awake now!"
"Now, let’s move back into our seats and get ready to review the work you did on your printable cards. Please pass your cards to the front of the class. I'm going to take a quick look at some of your answers."
[Collect cards or check them randomly]
"I saw many of you doing a great job! Remember, practicing these problems will help you become even better at adding!"
"Finally, let’s wrap up our lesson. Can anyone remind me what we learned today?"
[Encourage responses and discussion]
"That’s right! We learned about adding numbers within 10. Remember to always check your work, and if you’re ever unsure, don’t hesitate to ask for help. For homework, you will have a few extra problems to practice! Keep practicing, and I’ll see you all tomorrow!"
| Slide Number | Image | Slide Content |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | {Image: A classroom with students} | - Introduction to adding numbers - What does adding mean? - Simple example: 2 apples + 3 apples |
| 2 | {Image: Printable addition cards} | - Printable card activity - Solve addition problems - Focus on numbers within 10 - Compare answers with a partner |
| 3 | {Image: Groups of students collaborating} | - Group activity - Work in teams of three - Complete the worksheet together - Discuss strategies |
| 4 | {Image: Students dancing} | - Physical activity break - Short dance session - Shake off energy and refresh brains |
| 5 | {Image: Teacher reviewing student work} | - Review of printable cards - Check answers - Importance of practice in mastering addition - Homework assigned for extra practice |
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What does adding mean? | |
| If I have 2 apples and I get 3 more, how many apples do I have now? | |
| What is the sum of 1 + 4? | |
| Can you give me an example of an addition problem? | |
| Why is it important to practice adding numbers? | |
| How can you check if your addition is correct? | |
| What numbers are we focusing on for today's lesson? | |
| How did you feel about the group activity? | |
| What strategies did you use to solve the problems? | |
| Why do we take breaks during our lessons? |
If you had 3 toy cars and your friend gave you 4 more, how many toy cars would you have in total? Can you write the addition sentence for that?
Can you think of a time when you had to use addition in your daily life? Please share your example with the class.
Why do you think it's important to be able to add numbers? Can you give me an example of when you might need it?
If I have 5 candies and I eat 2, how many candies do I have left? Can you explain how you got your answer?
Imagine you are at a party, and there are 2 balloons and your friend brings 6 more balloons. How many balloons do you have now? What other combinations can you think of to add up to 8?
Here's a list of simple physical exercises that the teacher may ask students to perform, formatted as a markdown document:
Jumping Jacks
Jump up and spread your legs, while raising your arms above your head. Return to the starting position and repeat!
Toe Touches
Stand tall, then bend at the waist and try to touch your toes. Stand back up and repeat.
Arm Circles
Extend your arms out to the sides and make small circles forward and then backward.
High Knees
Run in place while lifting your knees as high as possible. Keep those feet moving!
Squats
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, bend your knees, and lower your body as if sitting in a chair, then stand back up.
Butterfly Stretch
Sit down and bring the soles of your feet together, holding your toes. Gently push your knees toward the ground.
Marching in Place
Lift your knees high while marching in place, swinging your arms for added energy!
Side Lunges
Step to the side with one foot and bend that knee while keeping the other leg straight. Alternate sides.
Windmill
Stand with feet apart and arms extended. Reach down toward your opposite foot while keeping the other arm in the air, then switch sides.
Dance Party
Play some upbeat music and let the kids dance freely around the room for a few minutes!
These exercises are simple, fun, and perfect for energizing students during a lesson break!