standard_description: Understand the meaning of the equal sign, and determine if equations involving addition and subtraction are true or false. For example, which of the following equations are true and which are false? 6 = 6, 7 = 8 – 1, 5 + 2 = 2 + 5, 4 + 1 = 5 + 2.
problem_activity: Stage 2: Add and Subtract within 20
Required Preparation
Materials to Copy
Blackline Masters
Compare Stage 2 Addition Cards to 20
Compare Stage 2 Subtraction Cards to 20

Narrative
Students use cards with addition and subtraction expressions within 20.


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