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Make 10 Challenge

Number Bonds to 10

Day 90of 180
Week 18of 36
25Minutes
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Learning Objectives

1

Identify number partners that make 10

2

Quickly recall number combinations to 10

3

Develop joy in mathematical discovery

Proverbs 9:10

The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of wisdom. The knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.

Proverbs 9:10 (WEB)

Just as understanding numbers helps us solve math problems, understanding God helps us solve life's challenges

📦 Materials Needed

  • Two-color counters
  • Number bond mat
  • Dice
  • Pencil
  • Paper

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

BibleMouse Math Adventure: Today we'll become number detectives and find the secret partners that make 10!

💭 Review Question: What number partners did we learn about yesterday?
2Teaching (8 min)

Let's explore how different numbers can join together to make 10

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • When we add numbers that make 10, it's like friends working together
  • Some partners are 1 and 9, 2 and 8, 3 and 7
  • We can use our counters to see these partnerships
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • Can you find a partner for 6 that makes 10?
  • How many different ways can we make 10?
3Activity: Make 10 Dice Challenge (10 min)
game

Roll a die and quickly find its partner to make 10

📝 Instructions:
  1. Roll one die
  2. Find the number that would make 10 with your roll
  3. Mark the combinations on your number bond mat
  4. Celebrate each correct answer!
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use dice with smaller numbers

Challenge: Use two dice and find combinations that make 10

4Closing (3 min)

Let's review our number detective skills

📝 Review Questions:
  • What makes 10?
  • What was your favorite number partnership today?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll learn about comparing numbers with our friendly alligator!

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

Number bonds are foundational for future math skills

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Use physical objects to demonstrate number combinations
  • Make learning playful and stress-free
  • Praise effort over perfection
🤔 Common Struggles:

Children might find quick recall challenging

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Increasing confidence and speed in finding number partners

Extension Activities

  • Create a 'Make 10' song with BibleMouse Music Collection
  • Draw pictures showing number partnerships
  • Play 'Make 10' with family members

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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