Equation Solving Strategies
Grade 1 Math | Tools and Methods
20 minutesIntermediateStrategic
Different Ways to Solve Equations
There are many different strategies (ways) we can use to solve equations and find unknown numbers!
Just like there are different ways to get to school (walking, bus, car), there are different ways to solve math problems.
The best part is that you can choose the strategy that works best for you!
Some popular strategies include:
- Using counting
- Drawing pictures or objects
- Using ten frames
- Using number lines
- Using our fingers
Strategy Toolbox 🧰
👆Counting
🎨Drawing Pictures
⬜Ten Frames
📏Number Lines
✋Using Fingers