As we continue to explore Number Sense in Numeracy students are beginning to strengthen their strategies in both addition and subtraction. It is important that student practice their simple math facts (addition and subtraction) each night regardless of whether or not homework is assigned. Fast facts, as we practice them, are quick addition facts that go up to 9 + 9 = 18 and subtraction facts that involve numbers smaller than 18 ( example: 18 - 7 = 11). Knowing these facts quickly and accurately are helpful as we move towards addition with re-grouping and subtraction with borrowing.
By the end of grade 3 students should be able to add and subtract two and three digit numbers with either borrowing or re-grouping as needed so daily practice is very important. Driving in the car, walking home from school, talking around the dinner table are excellent opportunities to quiz your children on their 'fast facts'. Students ALWAYS have the chance to become faster and more accurate with their facts.
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