standard_description: Explain why addition and subtraction strategies work, using place value and the properties of operations. (Explanations may be supported by drawings or objects.)
problem_activity: Stage 3: Add 7, 8, or 9
Required Preparation
Materials to Gather
Number cards 0–10
Two-color counters
Materials to Copy
Blackline Masters
Five in a Row Addition and Subtraction Stage 3 Gameboard

Narrative
Students choose a number card 0-10 and choose to add 7, 8, or 9 to the number on their card and then place their counter on the sum.
Additional Information
Each group of 2 needs 25 counters.


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