Meet the Math Facts – Addition & Subtraction Level 1

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In this lesson, young learners are introduced to the concepts of adding and subtracting numbers through engaging examples and relatable scenarios. Adding involves combining numbers to create a larger total, while subtracting means taking away to find a smaller amount. The lesson emphasizes the fun of practicing these skills with everyday items and highlights a special math trick involving the number zero, encouraging students to celebrate their progress and continue exploring the world of numbers.
  1. What happens when we add two numbers together?
  2. If you have three cookies and eat one, how many cookies do you have left?
  3. Can you think of something you can add or take away at home, like toys or snacks?

Let’s Learn About Adding and Subtracting!

Hey there, little math explorer! Are you ready to have some fun with numbers? Today, we’re going to learn about adding and subtracting. It’s like a magic trick with numbers! Let’s start with adding.

Adding Numbers

When we add, we put numbers together to make a bigger number. Let’s see some examples:

  • 1 plus 1 equals 2. It’s like having one apple and getting one more. Now you have two apples!
  • 1 plus 2 equals 3. Imagine you have one toy car, and you get two more. Now you have three toy cars!
  • 2 plus 2 equals 4. If you have two balloons and get two more, you have four balloons!
  • 1 plus 4 equals 5. One teddy bear plus four teddy bears makes five teddy bears!

Isn’t adding fun? You can try it with your toys or snacks!

Subtracting Numbers

Now, let’s learn about subtracting. When we subtract, we take away some numbers to make a smaller number. Here are some examples:

  • 4 minus 3 equals 1. If you have four cookies and eat three, you have one cookie left!
  • 7 minus 4 equals 3. Imagine you have seven crayons, and you give four to a friend. Now you have three crayons!
  • 8 minus 2 equals 6. If you have eight stickers and give away two, you have six stickers left!
  • 3 minus 2 equals 1. Three candies minus two candies leaves you with one candy!

Subtracting is like sharing or saving some for later. You can practice with your toys or snacks too!

Special Math Magic

Here’s a special math trick: When you add zero to any number, the number stays the same! For example, zero plus five is still five. It’s like having a magic number that doesn’t change anything!

Time to Celebrate!

Wow, you’ve learned so much about adding and subtracting! Give yourself a big clap for being a math superstar! Keep practicing, and you’ll get even better. Math is fun, and you can use it every day!

Remember, math is like a game, and you’re doing great! Keep exploring and having fun with numbers!

  • Can you think of a time when you used adding or subtracting in your day? Maybe when you were playing with toys or sharing snacks with friends?
  • Imagine you have a magic number that doesn’t change anything when you add it. What fun things could you do with this magic number in your games or activities?
  • How do you feel when you solve a math problem, like adding or subtracting? Does it remind you of any other fun activities you enjoy?
  1. Number Hunt: Go on a number hunt around your house or classroom! Find objects that you can count and add together. For example, count the number of chairs in the room and add them to the number of tables. How many do you have in total? Try subtracting too! If you have 10 pencils and take away 3, how many are left?

  2. Snack Math: Use your favorite snacks to practice adding and subtracting. Take a handful of snacks, like crackers or grapes, and count how many you have. Eat a few and count how many are left. Then, add some more and see how the number changes. This is a tasty way to learn math!

  3. Story Problems: Create a simple story problem with your friends or family. For example, “If I have 5 toy cars and my friend gives me 3 more, how many toy cars do I have now?” or “If I have 6 candies and I give 2 to my friend, how many candies do I have left?” Draw pictures to show your answers!

Here’s a sanitized version of the provided YouTube transcript, removing any repetitive phrases, extraneous sounds, and maintaining clarity:

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One plus one equals two.
One plus two equals three.
One plus three equals four.
Two plus two equals four.
One plus four equals five.
Two plus three equals five.
One plus five equals six.
Two plus four equals six.
One plus six equals seven.
Two plus five equals seven.
Three plus four equals seven.
One plus seven equals eight.
Two plus six equals eight.
Three plus five equals eight.
Four plus four equals eight.
Five plus three equals eight.
Six plus two equals eight.
Seven plus one equals eight.
Zero plus any number equals that number.

Now that you’ve learned the math facts, did you know you can use them for subtraction?
For example:
Four minus three equals one.
Seven minus four equals three.
Eight minus two equals six.
Three minus two equals one.
Five minus four equals one.
Six minus two equals four.
Eight minus five equals three.
Four minus four equals zero.

Ladies and gentlemen, please give a round of applause for the math facts!

[Applause]

This version maintains the educational content while removing unnecessary repetitions and distractions.

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