Solve addition and subtraction word problems within 10 using objects and drawings (K.OA.A.2, MP.1, MP.4)
Exercise
Difficulty 2
~1 min
math.gK.s.ex_12
Act Out Story
Prompt
Story: There are 6 fish in a bowl. 2 more fish are added. How many fish in the bowl? Build with counters.
M-K-S-EX-12-A
Illustration
Illustration: a clear fishbowl with 6 colorful fish swimming; 2 more fish in a small net being lowered into the bowl from above.
How it's presented
mode
manipulative
Answer criteria
type
numeric with equation
value
8
equation
6 + 2 = 8
Hints
- Put 6 counters. Then add 2 more. Count all.
- Did the number get BIGGER or SMALLER?
Misconceptions to watch
- Subtracts (says 4)
- Counts only the 2 added
Used in lessons