Math strategies

Math strategies children should know. They help with calculating, and they make addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division a little easier.

Math strategies for addition

Make Ten to Add Past 10
Grades 1–2
Split the smaller number so one addend makes 10, then add what is left.
Add Near Doubles from a Double You Know
Grades 1–2
If you know a double, the neighbor is one more or one less than that double.
Add with a Compensation Strategy
Grades 2–3
Add the next ten, then give back the extra 1 you put in.

Math strategies for subtraction

Math strategies for multiplication

Math strategies for division