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    Grade 1 Mathematics

    Building mathematical foundations through exploration

    Explore the exciting world of numbers, shapes, patterns, and problem-solving! The Grade 1 Mathematics curriculum builds foundational skills through hands-on activities and engaging challenges.

    Problem Solving Critical Thinking Hands-on Learning
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    Mathematics Curriculum Strands

    Explore the different areas of Grade 1 mathematics with detailed learning outcomes and teaching strategies

    Data Handling and Probability

    Grade 1 Mathematics

    Collect, organize, represent, and interpret data while exploring concepts of likelihood and chance.

    1
    ELOs
    5
    Outcomes

    Key Learning Focus

    • •Sorting and classifying objects by attributes
    • •Creating and interpreting pictographs
    • •Collecting and organizing simple data
    • •Exploring likelihood of events (certain, possible, impossible)

    Teaching Strategies

    • •Use real classroom data for authentic learning
    • •Start with concrete object graphs
    • •Connect data to student interests and questions
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    Geometrical Thinking

    Grade 1 Mathematics

    Investigate properties of 2D and 3D shapes, spatial relationships, and geometric transformations through hands-on exploration.

    2
    ELOs
    11
    Outcomes

    Key Learning Focus

    • •Identifying and describing 2D and 3D shapes
    • •Understanding spatial relationships and positions
    • •Exploring symmetry and transformations
    • •Composing and decomposing shapes

    Teaching Strategies

    • •Provide hands-on shape manipulation activities
    • •Use environmental examples of shapes
    • •Develop spatial reasoning through movement
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    Measurement

    Grade 1 Mathematics

    Develop measurement concepts and skills using non-standard and standard units to measure length, weight, capacity, and time.

    2
    ELOs
    9
    Outcomes

    Key Learning Focus

    • •Comparing and ordering objects by measurable attributes
    • •Using non-standard units to measure
    • •Introduction to standard measurement units
    • •Understanding time concepts and telling time

    Teaching Strategies

    • •Begin with direct comparison before using units
    • •Use non-standard units before standard units
    • •Connect measurement to everyday experiences
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    Number Sense

    Grade 1 Mathematics

    Develop understanding of whole numbers, counting strategies, and number relationships through concrete and pictorial representations.

    3
    ELOs
    19
    Outcomes

    Key Learning Focus

    • •Counting with meaning to 20, exploring to 100
    • •Representing and partitioning quantities
    • •Understanding place value of two-digit numbers
    • •Comparing and ordering whole numbers

    Teaching Strategies

    • •Use manipulatives for hands-on counting experiences
    • •Connect concrete, pictorial, and symbolic representations
    • •Develop flexible thinking about number relationships
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    Operations with Numbers

    Grade 1 Mathematics

    Build foundational understanding of addition and subtraction through problem-solving contexts and multiple strategies.

    2
    ELOs
    12
    Outcomes

    Key Learning Focus

    • •Addition and subtraction within 10 and to 20
    • •Using concrete materials and mental strategies
    • •Understanding the relationship between operations
    • •Solving word problems in context

    Teaching Strategies

    • •Start with concrete problem-solving situations
    • •Encourage multiple solution strategies
    • •Connect operations to real-world contexts
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    Pattern and Relationships

    Grade 1 Mathematics

    Explore, create, and extend patterns while developing algebraic thinking and understanding of mathematical relationships.

    2
    ELOs
    10
    Outcomes

    Key Learning Focus

    • •Identifying and creating repeating patterns
    • •Extending growing patterns
    • •Understanding equality and equivalence
    • •Recognizing number patterns and relationships

    Teaching Strategies

    • •Use visual and concrete patterns before abstract
    • •Connect patterns to real-world situations
    • •Develop pattern recognition skills
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