Optional: explore more ways

This Kindergarten worksheet practices optional: explore more ways (Common Core K.NBT.A.1, K.OA.A.3).

Teacher-led activity. Preparation, materials and observation instructions are in the separate teacher key. Optional extension. AXIS skill activity; no reviewed Alberta Kindergarten outcome mapping is listed.

1 grid · answer key on the last page · each version has different numbers · Print from the browser

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  • Optional challenge: explore ways to put 7 counters into two groups. — answer: Optional extension only. Record valid pairs that total 7; accept zero as a part. Invite further combinations if the child wishes. Do not mark a child unsuccessful for failing to find every possible pair, and do not use this extension as compulsory mastery evidence.

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How many problems are on this worksheet?
1 on one page, with the answer key on the last page.
What grade and standard is it for?
Kindergarten. Common Core: K.NBT.A.1, K.OA.A.3.
Can I print more than one version?
Yes. Every version has different numbers and its own answer key. Use “Make another version” for a new one; the same version always prints the same.

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Optional: explore more ways · AXIS