1. Topic-
Addition
 
2. Content-
The addition of two numbers.
 
3. Goals: Aims/Outcomes-
By the end of this lesson, students will understand the concept of addition and will be able to solve addition problems.

 
4. Objectives-
1. Students will be able to solve two number addition problems.
2. Students will be able to work independently and find correct solutions to the problems.
 
5. Materials and Aids-
Dinosaur Counters
Dinosaur Cut-Outs
Dinosaur Stickers
Addition Chart
 
6. Procedures/Methods-

A. Introduction-

The teacher will lead the class into a discussion on the importance of addition and how it is used in everyday life.
 

B. Development-

The teacher will begin the lesson by having a student select an addition card. He or she will then demonstrate the addition problem by using dinosaur cut outs as counters on the board.
 

C. Practice-

The teacher will then distribute dinosaur counters to the class and will lead the students in the utilization of their counters. The teacher will be sure to demonstrate enough problems so each student will be able to answer.
 

D. Independent Practice-

The teacher will give students problems in which they will work independently to find the solution. The students will continue to use the counters to aid in their learning.
 

E. Accommodations (Differentiated Instruction)-

Students will then be assigned into groups of two where they will practice addition problems. In order to do this, one student will give the other student a problem while the other student solves the problem. The teacher will be available for any questions.
 

F. Checking for understanding-

The class will come back into one big group and discuss any problems students had when they were in the groups.
 

G. Closure-

After discussing any problems, students will clean up their counters and the teacher will distribute an addition table to help the students complete their homework, if necessary.
 
Students will complete the Dinosaur Addition worksheet for homework.
 

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