Number and Operations in Base Ten Use place value understanding and properties of operations to add and subtract.5Given a two-digit number, mentally find 10 more or 10 less than the number, without having to count; explain the reasoning used.
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"This worksheet is designed to increase kids' proficiency in math by focusing on the concept of finding 10 more or 10 less than a given number. With 50 unique problems, it encourages critical thinking and boosts their numerical skills. Customizable for individual learning needs, it can be transformed into flashcards or adapted for distance learning, offering flexible and effective educational solutions."
×Student Goals: Understanding Number SequencesUpon completing the worksheet, students should have a strong grasp of the concept of ten more and ten less, a fundamental aspect of understanding number sequences. This is crucial in building foundation skills in addition and subtraction. Upon mastery, students should be able to quickly identify the number that is ten more or ten less than any given number.Increase Speed in Mental MathThrough repetitive practice from the 50 problems available, students are expected to increasingly become faster and more efficient in their mental math calculations. Their refurbished skills would help them in swiftly moving through math problems not just involving ten more or less, but also provide a solid ground for more complex mathematical challenges.Developing Abstract ThinkingAfter working through this worksheet, students will develop a further understanding of abstract numerical concept. Specifically, they would understand how abstract quantities like 'ten more' or 'ten less' modify the value of a concrete number. This understanding prepares them for work on more abstract concepts in later grades.Establish Number SensePracticing with 'ten more' and 'ten less' problems also establishes a solid number sense in students. Their familiarity with numbers and number relationships deepens, helping them recognize patterns, make number comparisons, and comprehend the logical order of numbers.Boost Confidence in MathThis worksheet is designed to boost student confidence in their math skills. By seeing their progress with each completed problem, they'll gain a sense of achievement and motivates them to tackle more complex problems. This may also contribute to reducing math anxiety and foster a love for the subject.Preparation for More Advanced ProblemsLastly, having a good understanding of 'ten more' and 'ten less' will allow students to readily apply this knowledge to more advanced mathematical problems. These might include large number operations, found in multiplication and division, and in problems involving tens and hundreds place values.
