standard_description: Explain each step in solving a simple equation as following from the equality of numbers asserted at the previous step, starting from the assumption that the original equation has a solution. Construct a viable argument to justify a solution method.
problem_activity: Stage 4: Add and Subtract
Required Preparation
Materials to Copy
Blackline Masters
Math Stories Stage 1 and 4 Pictures
Math Stories Stage 4 Recording Sheet

Narrative
Students pose and solve addition and subtraction story problems about pictures. Students write an equation to represent their story problem.
Variation:
Pages of picture books can also be offered to help students generate stories.


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