Number Line: Integer Operations

Today we're tackling integer operations. Ask your child to explain the first step out loud before writing. Slow thinking now means fewer mistakes later. Encourage neat, line-by-line work. If they get stuck, ask, 'What operation is happening to the variable?' and let them lead.

• pencil
• paper
• scratch paper

Solve: 12 × 11. Then check by adding (12 × 10) + 12. Same answer? Good — you used a strategy.

1. 1

   13 + 5 = ___

   Parent tip: Walk through this step-by-step with your child. Say each step out loud.
2. 2

   1 + 12 = ___

   Parent tip: Walk through this step-by-step with your child. Say each step out loud.

1. 1

   15 + 5 = ___
2. 2

   9 + 1 = ___
3. 3

   0 + 9 = ___
4. 4

   18 + 19 = ___
5. 5

   3 + 10 = ___
6. 6

   9 + 14 = ___
7. 7

   20 + 17 = ___
8. 8

   16 + 15 = ___
9. 9

   4 + 16 = ___
10. 10

    14 + 8 = ___

Which problem made you think the hardest today? Why?