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Merry Math—Adding and Subtracting within 100 | Worksheet

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  • 2.NBT.B.5
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About the "Merry Math" Worksheet

Merry Math is an engaging and educational worksheet designed to reinforce addition and subtraction skills while injecting a fun twist with a math-based joke. This interactive and printable worksheet presents a collection of arithmetic problems involving addition and subtraction within the range of two-digit numbers, allowing students to practice their computational abilities while solving a captivating riddle.

The worksheet features a set of carefully crafted problems that challenge students to apply their understanding of place value, regrouping, and basic arithmetic operations. By solving these problems accurately, students can match the obtained results with the corresponding letters, ultimately revealing the punchline to a delightful math-themed joke. This unique approach not only enhances problem-solving abilities but also fosters a sense of achievement and enjoyment in the learning process.

What will your child learn through this worksheet?

  • Strengthening addition and subtraction skills with two-digit numbers
  • Developing problem-solving strategies and computational fluency
  • Enhancing number sense and place value understanding
  • Applying regrouping techniques for addition and subtraction operations
  • Fostering a positive attitude towards mathematics through an engaging puzzle

Learning Outcomes

Cognitive

  • Mastering addition and subtraction operations with two-digit numbers
  • Improving mental math and computational skills
  • Enhancing problem-solving abilities and logical reasoning

Psychomotor

  • Practicing writing and recording mathematical operations and solutions
  • Developing fine motor skills through the act of solving problems

Affective

  • Cultivating a sense of enjoyment and satisfaction in mathematics
  • Building confidence in arithmetic skills
  • Fostering perseverance and resilience in problem-solving

Interpersonal/Social

  • Collaborating with peers or family members to solve the puzzle
  • Sharing and discussing problem-solving strategies
  • Appreciating the joy of solving a math-based riddle together

Tags:

Merry Math, addition, subtraction, two-digit numbers, problem-solving, arithmetic operations, place value, regrouping, mental math, computational fluency, Cognitive, Psychomotor, Affective, Interpersonal/Social

Common Core Standards Covered

2.NBT.B.5
Fluently add and subtract within 100 using strategies based on place value, properties of operations, and/or the relationship between addition and subtraction.

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