Number stories, also called story problems or
word problems, illustrate how math is used to solve problems. These stories
help students make sense of number relationships by combining literacy and
connecting math to real life in a fun way, resulting in the creation of some
very imaginative stories.
After teacher modeling of what a number
sentence could look like with sea creature manipulatives and an imaginary trip
to the beach, the kindergartners were ready to tackle the number story problem
head on.
After sharing in the large group some of their
own number story ideas, the mathematicians were
ready to practice individual story telling and show there understanding
that addition is making the total larger, except, of course, when you add zero
to a number!
Each student had a different way to approach
the activity. Should I write the number sentence first? Should I draw first?
Can I write the story first? With teacher guidance, each student was able to
craft a simple and concise story to relay the intended number sentence.
During this math activity, each student
practiced fine motor skills by writing numbers and drawing detailed pictures to
illustrate their stories. They also practiced using math vocabulary such as
addition, adding, total, all together, and sum as they talked with friends and
when dictating their number stories to teachers.
The end results were some creative endeavors
that showed the kindergarteners beginning understandings of addition of numbers
to ten and how numbers can relate to one another. The pages were compiled into a class number
addition story book and individual pages are on display on the hallway bulletin
boards. Take a peek when you have a chance!
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