SHADING FISHES
mixed operations · equations · choosing addition or subtraction to make equations true
To identify which sign (+ or –) that makes the number sentence true
SHADING FISHES is a Grade 2 equation game where students decide whether addition or subtraction makes each number sentence true. Each board contains several incomplete equations, and players shade the operation sign that correctly balances the sentence. The task keeps attention on the relationship among the numbers rather than on one operation in isolation.
Use it for partner or small-group review when students are learning to choose the operation that fits a true equation. Exchanging boards for checking gives students a chance to explain why one sign works and the other does not. Create a free Find a Math Game account to generate teacher-ready lesson support for SHADING FISHES. No credit card is required, with 3 lifetime lesson generations.
- Grades:
- 2
- Players:
- 3 players
- Materials:
- counters, pencil
- Classroom use:
- small group
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