These eight statements really capture the beliefs and habits of mind that we want all of our students to bring to each math problem.
I can solve problems without giving up.
I can think about numbers in many ways.
I can explain my thinking and try to understand others.
I can show my work in many ways.
I can use math tools and tell why I chose them.
I can work carefully and check my work.
I can use what I know to solve new problems.
I can discover and use shortcuts.
Addition and Subtraction with 2 and 3 Digit Numbers
These ShowMes can hopefully help you understand the process and language that we use to teach addition and subtraction in 2nd grade. Please email me at ckmeurer@mcps.k12.mt.us if you have any questions!