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Fact Fluency Fiesta

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Lesson Plan

Fact Fluency Fiesta

Students will master addition and subtraction facts within 20 through engaging, collaborative games, improving their number sense and recall.

Mastering basic math facts is crucial for building a strong foundation in mathematics. This lesson makes learning fun and interactive, boosting confidence and fluency.

Audience

2nd Grade Group

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Through competitive and collaborative games, students will practice and solidify math facts.

Materials

Ready, Set, Fluency! (slide-deck), Number Sombrero Toss (game), and Fiesta Scorecard (worksheet)

Prep

Fiesta Game Day Setup

15 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: Quick Recall

5 minutes

Project the first slide of the Ready, Set, Fluency! Slide Deck.

  • Ask students to share strategies they use for quick recall of addition and subtraction facts.
  • Briefly review a few example facts as a class.

Step 2

Introduce Fact Fluency Fiesta

5 minutes

Project the second slide of the Ready, Set, Fluency! Slide Deck.

  • Explain that today is a 'Fact Fluency Fiesta' where they will practice math facts through fun games.
  • Introduce the 'Number Sombrero Toss' game using the Number Sombrero Toss Game instructions.

Step 3

Game Time: Number Sombrero Toss

15 minutes

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Distribute one Fiesta Scorecard to each student.
  • Explain the rules of the Number Sombrero Toss Game in detail, demonstrating as needed.
  • Facilitate the game, circulating to offer support and encouragement.
  • Students record their scores/answers on their Fiesta Scorecard.

Step 4

Wrap-Up: Reflect and Celebrate

5 minutes

  • Bring the class back together.
  • Project the final slide of the Ready, Set, Fluency! Slide Deck.
  • Discuss strategies students found helpful during the game.
  • Acknowledge their effort and progress in mastering math facts, emphasizing that practice makes perfect.
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Slide Deck

Ready, Set, Fluency!

Warm-Up: Quick Recall

  • How do you remember your math facts quickly?
  • Let's practice a few together!

Welcome students and get them ready for a fun math session. Ask what strategies they use for quick math facts.

Fact Fluency Fiesta!

Today, we're having a fiesta to practice our addition and subtraction facts!

Get ready for the Number Sombrero Toss!

Introduce the idea of a 'Fiesta' for learning. Explain the main activity, the 'Number Sombrero Toss' game.

Fiesta Wrap-Up!

Let's Reflect:

  • What strategies helped you during the game?
  • What was your favorite part of the fiesta?
  • Keep practicing your facts, you're doing great!

Bring the class back together to discuss the game and reflect on their learning. Emphasize that consistent practice helps them improve.

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Game

Number Sombrero Toss Game

Objective

To quickly and accurately solve addition and subtraction facts within 20 while having fun!

Materials

  • Small sombreros, cones, or bowls (labeled with + or - symbols)
  • Beanbags or cards with numbers 0-20
  • Fiesta Scorecard for each student

Setup

  1. Place the sombreros/cones/bowls on the floor a few feet away from the throwing line.
  2. Label some with a "+" sign and others with a "-" sign.
  3. Have a pile of numbered beanbags/cards (0-20) available for students to pick from.

How to Play

  1. Divide into Teams: Students will play in small groups (2-4 students per group).
  2. Take Turns: Each student takes a turn.
  3. Choose an Operation: The student decides if they want to practice addition or subtraction and aims for the corresponding sombrero/cone/bowl.
  4. Toss a Number: The student tosses a beanbag/card with a number on it towards their chosen sombrero. The number on the beanbag/card will be the second number in their math fact.
  5. Determine the First Number: The teacher will call out the first number (e.g., "8").
  6. Solve the Fact: The student then solves the math fact (e.g., if they tossed a "5" into the "+" sombrero and the teacher called "8", they solve 8 + 5 = ?).
  7. Record and Check: The student writes down the problem and their answer on their Fiesta Scorecard. Group members can help check answers.
  8. Earn a Point: If the answer is correct, the student earns a point for their team.
  9. Continue Playing: Students continue taking turns until time is called.

Winning the Fiesta

The team with the most correct answers on their Fiesta Scorecard at the end of the game wins the Fact Fluency Fiesta!

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Worksheet

Fiesta Scorecard

Name: ________________________

Team: ________________________

Get ready to show off your math fact fluency! Write down each math problem you solve during the Number Sombrero Toss game, and then write your answer. Good luck, future math whiz!

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