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Math · Ages 6–8 · 15 minutes

One More at a Tens Boundary

Examine how a single added or removed one can change both digits at a tens boundary.

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One More at a Tens Boundary

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Today I am practising: regrouping when adding or removing one

1

Draw 29 as tens and ones. Add one mark and regroup. What is the total?

2

Complete 49 + 1 = ___. State the new number of tens and ones.

3

Show how to remove one from 60. What number remains?

4

Compare the changes in 35 + 1 and 39 + 1.

5

Complete ___ + 1 = 80.

6

Explain why adding one to 69 changes both printed digits.

Grown-up guide
  1. Model exchanging a bundle when subtracting across a boundary.
  2. Encourage a drawing of all ones before regrouping.
  3. Contrast a boundary case with one that keeps the tens digit.