standard_description: Represent addition and subtraction with objects, fingers, mental images, drawings (Drawings need not show details, but should show the mathematics in the problem. (This applies wherever drawings are mentioned in the Standards.)), sounds (e.g., claps), acting out situations, verbal explanations, expressions, or equations.
problem_activity: Stage 1: Add
Required Preparation
Materials to Gather
Connecting cubes
Counters
Materials to Copy
Blackline Masters
5-Frame
Number Mat 1–5
5-frames Stages 1 and 2 Recording Sheet

Narrative
Students begin with a full 5-frame and roll to see how many counters to add.


aligns: yes