Lesson 1: Introduction to equal groups

This lesson introduces the concept of groups and explores the connection to multiplication and addition number sentences through imagery. Students will find groups and connect them to number sentences using ‘I Spy’ pictures.

Lesson 13: Apply subtraction strategies to problem-solve

Students will consolidate and apply a range of subtraction strategies to problem-solve, such as counting on, bridging down to ten, jump strategy, split strategy and column subtraction. They will utilise these strategies in a critical-thinking activity that involves finding the ages of members of an animal family.

Lesson 9: Using column method to subtract 3-digit numbers

Students will explore how to use column method to subtract. They will gain a conceptual understanding on how to regroup from larger place values through concrete and pictorial examples. They will use their knowledge to find the amount of treasure each pirate ship has lost.

Lesson 7: Using jump and split strategy to subtract 2-digit numbers

Students will be asked to investigate how they could use their knowledge of jump and split strategy and apply it to subtraction. They will then have the opportunity to refine and apply this strategy with a problem-solving activity that involves finding the missing amounts from each animal’s story.

Lesson 6: Exploring related facts

Students will delve into the relationship between addition and subtraction through inverse operations and related facts, highlighting how addition can be effectively used to solve subtraction problems. They will build fact family houses using picture prompts.