Lesson Plan for Kindergarten - Mathematics - Basic Addition and Subtraction

# Kindergarten Mathematics Lesson Plan: Basic Addition and Subtraction ## Lesson Title: Understanding Basic Addition and Subtraction ## Grade: Kindergarten ## Duration: 45 minutes ## Objective: Students will be able to: 1. Understand the concepts of addition and subtraction. 2. Perform simple addition and subtraction within 10. 3. Demonstrate understanding using physical objects. ## Materials Needed: - Counting objects (e.g., counters, blocks, buttons) - Number cards (1-10) - Small whiteboards and markers - Addition and subtraction worksheets - Storybook that involves counting (e.g., "Ten Apples Up on Top!" by Dr. Seuss) - Interactive whiteboard or chart paper ## Lesson Procedure: ### Introduction (10 minutes): 1. **Greeting and Circle Time:** - Gather students in a circle. - Sing a counting song to warm up (e.g., "Five Little Ducks"). 2. **Introduction to the Topic:** - Introduce the storybook ("Ten Apples Up on Top!") and explain that it includes counting and simple math. - Read the storybook to the class, emphasizing the counting parts. - Ask questions to engage students (e.g., “How many apples are on top?”). ### Guided Practice (15 minutes): 1. **Demonstration:** - Use physical objects to demonstrate simple addition (e.g., "Here are 2 blocks. If I add 3 more blocks, how many do we have now? Let's count together."). - Repeat with subtraction (e.g., "We have 5 blocks. If I take away 2 blocks, how many do we have left?"). 2. **Interactive Practice:** - Hand out small whiteboards and markers. - Present addition problems visually (e.g., 2 + 3 = ). - Students use their counting objects to solve the problems and write down their answers. - Repeat the activity with subtraction problems. ### Independent Practice (15 minutes): 1. **Worksheets:** - Distribute addition and subtraction worksheets tailored for Kindergarten (e.g., pictures with objects to count and simple equations). - Walk around to assist students as they work through the problems. ### Closing (5 minutes): 1. **Review and Recap:** - Gather students back into a circle. - Review what was learned about addition and subtraction. - Ask students to share one thing they learned or found fun. 2. **Exit Ticket:** - As students line up to leave, ask each one a quick addition or subtraction question to assess their understanding. ## Assessment: - Observe students during the guided and independent practice for understanding and participation. - Check completed worksheets for accuracy. - Listen to responses during the review and exit ticket sessions. ## Extensions: - For students who grasp the concepts quickly, provide slightly more complex addition and subtraction problems. - For students needing more practice, offer additional hands-on activities with counting objects and one-on-one support. ## Follow-up: - Reinforce concepts during daily routines, such as snack time (e.g., “If you have 3 crackers and I give you 2 more, how many do you have now?”). - Incorporate counting and basic math into other subjects, such as art (counting colors) and physical education (counting steps). By the end of the lesson, students will have a fundamental understanding of addition and subtraction, preparing them for more complex mathematical concepts in the future.


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