Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

How to Feed the Hamster: The Odd Squad

Subject Area

Mathematics

Grade(s)

1

Overview

Oscar needs to calculate the value of an unknown addend in a subtraction formula in order to feed the Odd Squad hamster. This video clip helps students understand the relationship between addition and subtraction.

    Mathematics (2019) Grade(s): 1

    MA19.1.4

    Explain subtraction as an unknown-addend problem.

    Unpacked Content

    UP:MA19.1.4

    Vocabulary

    • Addend

    Knowledge

    Students know:
    • The relationship between addition and subtraction.
    • how to explain subtraction as an unknown addend.

    Skills

    Students are able to:
    • use symbols such as blanks, boxes, or letters to represent unknown quantities in equations.
    • Communicate the connections between subtraction and addition.
    • Use the inverse relationship between addition and subtraction to find differences.
    • Choose and apply addition and subtraction strategies to accurately determine sums and differences within 20.

    Understanding

    Students understand that:
    • addition and subtraction have an inverse relationship that can be used to solve problems.
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    PBS
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