3. Pyramid numbers connecting addition and subtraction (Levels 1 - 4)
Connections Between Inverses
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4m 30s
Peter Sullivan introduces a teaching device that helps students grasp addition and subtraction as inverse operations. He covers the year three algebra curriculum, providing examples and emphasizing the relationship between the two operations. The session includes takeaway examples, the fact family concept, and encourages students to solve complex number combinations. This engaging approach makes learning feel like a puzzle, enhancing understanding of both addition and subtraction.
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