What Does Adding 6 Mean?
Adding 6 means we're putting 6 more with another number!
Imagine you have some apples, and someone gives you 6 more. Adding helps us know how many we have altogether. It's like counting forward by 6!
How to Add 6
1️⃣ Start with your first number
2️⃣ Count forward 6 more
3️⃣ That's your answer! 🎉
Let's Practice Together!
Example 1: Adding with Blocks
Look at these blocks! Let's add 6 to 3:
3
+
6
=
?
Did you know? 3 + 6 is the same as 6 + 3! That's called the commutative property.
Example 2: Cookie Addition
You have 5 cookies, and mom gives you 6 more. How many cookies do you have now?
5
+
6
=
?
Yummy! Now you have enough cookies to share with a friend!
Parent Tips 🌟
- Use real objects: Have your child add 6 to different numbers using toys, buttons, or snacks to make it hands-on.
- Make it a game: Play "Add 6 Race" where you say a number and your child races to say the number plus 6.
- Finger counting: Encourage using fingers to count when starting - it's a great visual aid for young learners.