Open number line activities 1st grade

I love mental math strategies for computation, and an open number line is a great model for recording different strategies. Click here to read more and grab your freebie. Math Coach's Corner

If you haven't heard the word, one thing that really...no I mean REALLY...gets kids excited to add is a life-size number line. Of course that is with a little help of the teacher playing it up like it's a big ol' deal! Today, we did just that. It's as easy as butcher paper and a marker. I modeled first by standing on a number, moving a certain number of spots, and stopping on a number. After a few kiddos went through the motions, we added in our addition vocabulary..."If we start on 8 and…

Manipulatives are awesome, but math students need to learn to visualize what numbers mean in their heads as well. Here are some strategies to help.

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An open number line is a great tool for promoting flexibility with multi-digit addition! Grab a FREE activity you can use in your classroom!

Teach students how to add and subtract using strategies such as make 10, add 10 and use 10. These are great skills that lead to efficiency with numbers.

Number lines and open number lines anchor chart for 2nd grade.

Shortly after I made my Addition Strategies pack, I knew that subtraction would follow soon. I mean, we all need a little help with that tricky minus

Working with open number lines is a fantastic way for first grade students to develop a deep understanding of number sense and prepare them for more complicated mental math problems in the future. Read about all the ways I have students practice addition, subtraction, and more by using open number lines during guided math, mini-lessons, or as independent practice. #math #guidedmath #mathworkshop #firstgrade