Grade 4 - Tier 2
Equations & Inequalities
(small group instruction on this topic should occur at least 6 weeks after Tier 1 instruction)
(small group instruction on this topic should occur at least 6 weeks after Tier 1 instruction)
C2.1 identify and use symbols as variables in expressions and equations
C2.2 solve equations that involve whole numbers up to 50 in various contexts, and verify solutions
C2.3 solve inequalities that involve addition and subtraction of whole numbers up to 20, and verify and graph the solutions
Equality brings together many numeracy concepts taught throughout the year (e.g., Number Sense, Addition/Subtraction, etc.).
A strong understanding of the meaning of the equals sign is necessary (e.g., it does not just mean "the answer is coming", instead it means balance/same quantity on both sides of the = sign).
Balance Scale / Pan Balance
Snap Cubes
Cuisenaire Rods / Relational Rods
Base 10 Blocks
Red/Yellow Counters
Ten Frames