Identifying Even and Odd Numbers Using Number Patterns

This lesson teaches how to identify even and odd numbers by focusing on the ones place. It explains that even numbers can be added to form even sums and clarifies misconceptions about tens place digits. The lesson provides a step-by-step method to determine if a number is even or odd by checking if the ones digit can be expressed as a doubles fact. Various examples are used to reinforce the concept, emphasizing that the ones place is key in identifying even or odd numbers.

What is the significance of the ones place when determining if a number is even or odd?

How do you determine if the number 67 is odd?

What makes the number 30 an even number?