Comparison Word Problems with Tape Diagrams

This video tutorial introduces first-grade students to solving comparison word problems using tape diagrams. It begins with an example comparing rainy days in March and April using blocks, then transitions to using tape diagrams. The tutorial provides step-by-step instructions for drawing and labeling tape diagrams, including a second example comparing ages. The video concludes with a summary of the method, emphasizing the use of tape diagrams for visualizing and solving comparison problems.

What is one of the most challenging types of word problems for first graders?

• Multiplication problems

• Comparison word problems

• Subtraction problems

• Addition problems

In the example problem, how many days did it rain in March?

• 12 days

• 10 days

• 15 days

• 8 days

How many more days did it rain in March compared to April?

• 5 days

• 6 days

• 7 days

• 8 days

What tool is introduced to help solve comparison word problems?

• Tape diagrams

• Number lines

• Bar graphs

• Pie charts

What is the first step in using tape diagrams for word problems?

• Write the answer

• Calculate the total

• Read the word problem

• Draw a pie chart

How many circles are drawn for March in the tape diagram example?

• 12 circles

• 15 circles

• 10 circles

• 8 circles

In the tape diagram, how many circles represent the days it rained in April?

• 5 circles

• 8 circles

• 10 circles

• 12 circles

What is the total number of days it rained in March according to the tape diagram?

• 8 days

• 10 days

• 15 days

• 12 days

How many more days did it rain in March than in April using the tape diagram?

• 8 days

• 7 days

• 6 days

• 5 days

How old is Maria in the second example problem?

• 20 years old

• 18 years old

• 15 years old

• 12 years old