Showing Your Working
Show and tell how a mathematical answer was found using objects, drawings, and spoken words
What a learner can do afterwards
- Use objects or drawings to demonstrate how an addition or subtraction was solved
- Respond to 'how do you know?' by pointing to objects or a drawing and describing what was done
- Listen to a peer's explanation and say whether they agree or disagree
The lesson
When you solve a maths problem, you can show how you found your answer. Use objects, a drawing, or your own words.
Jack has 6 blocks. He takes 2 away. He crosses out 2 blocks and counts what is left: 4 blocks.
If someone asks 'how do you know?', point to your drawing. Explain what you did, one step at a time.
When a friend explains their answer, listen first. Then tell them if you agree or disagree.
Show your answer with objects, drawings, or words, then explain why.
Watch it
Where it sits
Where this leads
Jobs that lean on this skill. Follow one to see everything it is built on.
8 questions wait behind this lesson, each with its answer explained. Every answer feeds the sky: stars light as they are learned, and dim when it is time to come back.