What Are Doubles?
Doubles are when we add the same number to itself!
It's like having two of the same thing - two eyes, two hands, or two shoes. When we add doubles, we can use fun models to help us see the numbers better.
How to Add Doubles
1️⃣ Find two groups with the same number
2️⃣ Count all the items together
3️⃣ That's your double fact answer!
Let's Try Some Examples!
Example 1: Double Cookies
Emma has 3 cookies, and her brother has 3 cookies. How many cookies do they have together?
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Example 2: Double Balloons
At the party, there are 4 red balloons and 4 blue balloons. How many balloons are there in total?
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Parent Tips 🌟
- Use real objects: Have your child practice with pairs of socks, shoes, or toys to make doubles concrete.
- Sing doubles songs: Find fun songs about doubles facts to help with memorization.
- Play matching games: Create cards with doubles facts and have your child match them to the correct answers.