- Jane has 3 pumpkin cookies. Debbie gives her 2 more. How many pumpkin cookies does she have now?
3 + 2 = 5
- A grocery store has 6 turkeys. They sold 2 turkeys. How many turkeys are left?
6 - 2 = 4
- True or False? 5 + 3 > 10 - 5
5 + 3 = 8, 10 - 5 = 5 → 8 > 5 → True
- What is the value of the underlined digit? (in 34)
The underlined digit is 3, which is in the tens place → 30
- The Pilgrims came to America on a ship called the Mayflower. There were 32 children. Draw a model of the number 32.
Model: 3 bundles of ten sticks and 2 individual sticks
- Fun Fact! Would you rather travel by plane or a boat?
(Personal preference — no math answer required)
- DAILY UPDATE: What is your favorite Thanksgiving food?
(Personal preference — no math answer required)
- DAILY UPDATE: If you could invite one person to have dinner with you, who would it be?
(Personal preference — no math answer required)
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of first grade morning math.