
Making 10 is a foundational math skill taught in Kindergarten that helps young learners develop number sense and addition fluency. This lesson introduces students to different ways to combine numbers to total 10, which is essential for understanding place value and preparing for more advanced addition and subtraction. Recognizing number pairs that make 10 supports mental math strategies and everyday problem-solving, such as counting objects or sharing items equally.
Teachers use hands-on activities, manipulatives like counters and blocks, and engaging games to teach the concept of making 10. Students practice identifying number pairs that add up to 10 through songs, interactive group work, and visual aids such as ten-frames. Classroom instruction is reinforced with worksheets, math centers, and homework or classwork assignments that encourage repeated practice and build confidence in addition skills.
This interactive lesson from I Know It offers Kindergarten students a fun and effective way to practice making 10. The online educational game provides instant feedback, colorful visuals, and motivating rewards to keep learners engaged. Whether used in the classroom or at home, this online skill practice complements elementary teaching goals and helps young learners develop a strong foundation in addition and number sense.
This interactive math lesson is categorized as Level K and will help kindergarteners learn and grow early addition skills.
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Operations And Algebraic Thinking
Understand Addition As Putting Together And Adding To, And Under- Stand Subtraction As Taking Apart And Taking From.
For any number from 1 to 9, find the number that makes 10 when added to the given number, e.g., by using objects or drawings, and record the answer with a drawing or equation.
Missing Numbers to 5 (Addition) (Level K)
\"I Know It\" is an elementary math practice website. Try out this kindergarten-level math lesson to practice addition up to five with your class today!
Basic Addition to 10 (Level K)
Find the answers to basic addition facts, with sums up to 10. Includes illustrated questions with pictures of objects, place value blocks and chips.