What Are Even and Odd Numbers?
Even numbers are friendly numbers that can be divided into two equal
groups!
They end with 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8. Odd numbers are their special friends that always have one left over
when you try to divide them into two equal groups. They end with 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9.
Spotting Even and Odd Numbers on a Number Line
1️⃣ Start at zero - the first even number
2️⃣ Take steps of two - land on even numbers (0, 2, 4...)
3️⃣ Numbers between are odd (1, 3, 5...)
Let's Explore with Examples!
Example 1: The Jumping Frog
Help our frog friend jump along the number line! Click the buttons to see where he lands:
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
The frog is ready to jump! Where will he land next?
Example 2: Color the Number Line
Click on numbers to color them as even (pink) or odd (blue):
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Click a number to reveal if it's even or odd!
Parent Tips 🌟
- Hopscotch Math: Draw a number line with chalk outside and have your child hop on even or odd numbers as you call them out.
- Everyday Counting: Point out even/odd numbers in daily life - house numbers, page numbers, or TV channels.
- Pairing Game: Use small objects (buttons, coins) to show how even numbers can be paired perfectly while odd numbers always have one left over.