Doubles and Near Doubles Strategy

The video introduces the doubles and near doubles addition strategy, which is based on double facts. It is suitable for students from first grade onward and helps them manipulate numbers for easier calculations. The strategy is demonstrated using 10 frames and number sentences, with examples provided for practice. Students are encouraged to start with simple examples and gradually move to larger numbers.

What is the main focus of the Doubles and Near Doubles strategy?

• Division of numbers

• Addition using double facts

• Subtraction of numbers

• Multiplication of numbers

At what grade level can students start using the Doubles and Near Doubles strategy?

• Second grade

• Kindergarten

• First grade

• Third grade

When does the Doubles and Near Doubles strategy work best?

• When numbers are odd

• When numbers are even

• When numbers are the same or close

• When numbers are far apart

What is a helpful starting point for teaching the strategy?

• Starting with multiplication

• Using complex equations

• Starting with images

• Using subtraction

In a 10-frame, if there are three dots on the top and three on the bottom, what is the total?

• Eight

• Seven

• Six

• Five

How can you calculate 6 + 7 using the near doubles strategy?

• Double 6 and add 1

• Double 7 and subtract 1

• Double 7 and add 1

• Double 6 and subtract 1

What is the result of doubling 8 and adding 1?

• 18

• 16

• 19

• 17

Why is it important to start with simple examples?

• To ensure students can easily double numbers

• To confuse students

• To make it more challenging

• To skip basic concepts