# Lesson Plan: Solving Word Problems in Mathematics (Primary 2)
## Objective:
- Students will understand how to interpret and solve basic word problems using addition and subtraction.
## Materials Needed:
- Whiteboard and markers
- A set of word problem cards
- Worksheets for individual practice
- Manipulatives (e.g., counters, blocks)
- Chart paper and markers
- Pencil and paper for students
## Duration:
- 60 minutes
## Lesson Outline:
### Introduction (10 minutes)
1. **Greeting and Attendance:**
- Welcome the students and take attendance.
2. **Objective Introduction:**
- Explain to the students that today they will be learning how to solve word problems. Engage them by asking if they know what a word problem is.
3. **Hook:**
- Tell a short story that involves a real-life problem (e.g., "I have 5 apples and my friend gave me 3 more. How many apples do I have now?"). Write the problem on the board.
### Direct Instruction (15 minutes)
1. **Define Word Problems:**
- Explain that word problems are math questions written as stories or real-life scenarios. Emphasize that they require reading and solving with math operations such as addition and subtraction.
2. **Steps to Solve Word Problems:**
- Read the problem carefully.
- Identify the important information and underline key numbers and words.
- Decide which operation to use (addition or subtraction).
- Solve the problem.
- Check your work by reversing the operation or by using manipulatives.
3. **Modeling:**
- Using the whiteboard, demonstrate solving a simple word problem step-by-step, illustrating each of the steps mentioned.
### Guided Practice (15 minutes)
1. **Interactive Activity:**
- Present a new word problem on the board and involve students in solving it together. Call on several students to help identify the key information and to discuss which operation to use.
2. **Manipulatives:**
- Hand out manipulatives and provide one more word problem for students to solve in pairs using the manipulatives. Circulate the room to provide assistance and feedback.
### Independent Practice (15 minutes)
1. **Worksheet:**
- Distribute worksheets with simple word problems to each student. Instruct them to solve the problems independently using the steps they have learned.
2. **Monitor and Support:**
- Move around the classroom to offer help and ensure students understand the process. Encourage them to double-check their work.
### Closing (5 minutes)
1. **Review Key Points:**
- Gather the students and review the key steps in solving word problems: reading carefully, identifying important information, choosing the operation, solving, and checking work.
2. **Share Worksheet Answers:**
- Go over a few problems from the worksheet and discuss how students found their answers. This can also address any misconceptions.
3. **Homework Assignment:**
- Assign a few simple word problems to solve at home. Encourage students to explain their steps to a family member or friend.
4. **Wrap-Up:**
- Thank students for their effort today and ask if they have any questions. Remind them that solving word problems is a skill they will continue to develop.
### Assessment:
- Formative assessment through observation during guided and independent practice.
- Evaluation of students' completed worksheets for understanding and accuracy.
- Homework to reinforce the skills learned and provide additional practice.
### Differentiation:
- Provide more challenging word problems for advanced students.
- Use simpler vocabulary and shorter problems for students who need additional support, and provide one-on-one assistance.
## Notes:
- Continuously encourage students to verbalize their thought process while solving problems.
- Use positive reinforcement to build confidence in tackling word problems.