MA.K.AR.2.1

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Explain why addition or subtraction equations are true using objects or drawings.

Examples

The equation 7=9-2 can be represented with cupcakes to show that it is true by crossing out two of the nine cupcakes.

Clarifications

Clarification 1: Instruction focuses on the understanding of the equal sign.

Clarification 2: Problem types are limited to an equation with two or three terms. The sum or difference can be on either side of the equal sign.
Clarification 3: Addition and subtraction are limited to sums within 20 and related subtraction facts.

General Information
Subject Area: Mathematics (B.E.S.T.)
Grade: K
Strand: Algebraic Reasoning
Standard: Develop an understanding of the equal sign.
Date Adopted or Revised: 08/20
Status: State Board Approved

Related Courses

This benchmark is part of these courses.
5012020: Grade Kindergarten Mathematics (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))
7712015: Access Mathematics - Grade Kindergarten (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2018, 2018 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))
5012005: Foundational Skills in Mathematics K-2 (Specifically in versions: 2019 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))

Related Access Points

Alternate version of this benchmark for students with significant cognitive disabilities.
MA.K.AR.2.AP.1: Show that an addition or subtraction equation within 5 is true using objects or drawings.

Related Resources

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Lesson Plans

Balancing Equations:

This is an engaging, hands-on lesson to help the students understand the meaning of the equal sign. The lesson is written using a pan/equal arm balance but may be done with just connecting cubes.

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Monster Math - Composing and Decomposing the Number 10:

This activity will have students finding ways to make ten. Students use two colors of linking cubes to make and record equations of ten.

Type: Lesson Plan

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