Ms. Sob

Students explore place value by identifying and representing tens and ones using concrete materials. Learners build numbers using bundles of ten and single units, physically grouping and separating objects to show how numbers are made.

Take Away (Subtraction) “Take away” is a method of subtraction, where a number of objects or units is removed from a larger set to find out how many are left. Students typically begin with concrete objects (counters, cubes, or pictures), then move to pictorial and abstract representations, using number sentences to show their work. This approach helps build number sense, counting skills, and understanding of difference, forming a foundation for more complex subtraction and problem-solving.

These symbols ( > < =) are used to compare the value of two numbers or quantities. Students decide whether one number is greater, less, or the same by counting, estimating, or using concrete resources before moving to abstract symbols. This builds strong number sense and supports later learning in place value and calculation.

Students explore greater than, less than, and equal to using National Identity resources. They count and compare sets of themed objects (flags, camels, landmarks, traditional items) using concrete materials and visual prompts.