Introduction to Word Problems
Grade 1 Math | Addition & Subtraction within 20
20 minutesBeginnerInteractive
Introduction
Word problems are like little stories with math hidden inside them!
Instead of just seeing numbers like "3 + 2", word problems tell us about real things happening to real people, animals, or objects.
A word problem is a math question told as a story. Our job is to find the math question hiding in the story and solve it!
Word problems help us understand how math works in the real world. They show us how we use addition and subtraction every day!
Why are word problems important?
- They connect math to real life
- They help us think step by step
- They make math more fun and interesting
- They teach us to solve problems carefully
Let's Meet Our Story Characters!
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Mia the Cat
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Max the Dog
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Emma
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Jake
These friends will help us learn about word problems through their adventures!
Types of Word Problems We'll Learn:
Adding Together: When we combine things
Taking Away: When we remove things
Comparing: When we see which is more or less