National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2012 Annual Meeting and Exposition

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

223- Making Addition and Subtraction Concepts Meaningful

Thursday, April 26, 2012: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Ballroom B (Convention Center)
Lead Speaker:
Rosemary Reuille Irons


How do we help children develop deep understanding of addition and subtraction and their related number facts? These mathematical ideas require children to move away gradually from the concrete objects to more abstract expressions. Language bridges this support, using stories, pictures, and guidelines for developing number facts.

Presentation Format: PreK-2 Session
Grade Band Audience: PreK to 2

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