Addition and Subtraction for Grade 2
Key Concepts
1. Addition
Addition is the process of combining two or more numbers to find their total. The result of addition is called the sum. For example, when you add 3 and 4, you get 7.
2. Subtraction
Subtraction is the process of taking away one number from another to find the difference. The result of subtraction is called the difference. For example, when you subtract 4 from 7, you get 3.
Detailed Explanation
Understanding Addition
When you add two numbers, you are essentially counting up from one number to the next. For example, if you have 3 apples and you get 4 more apples, you now have 7 apples. This can be written as 3 + 4 = 7.
Understanding Subtraction
When you subtract one number from another, you are counting down from the first number. For example, if you have 7 apples and you eat 4 apples, you now have 3 apples left. This can be written as 7 - 4 = 3.
Examples
Example 1: Addition
If you have 2 candies and your friend gives you 5 more candies, how many candies do you have in total?
2 + 5 = 7
So, you have 7 candies.
Example 2: Subtraction
If you have 9 stickers and you give 3 stickers to your friend, how many stickers do you have left?
9 - 3 = 6
So, you have 6 stickers left.
Analogies
Analogy 1: Adding Marbles
Think of adding marbles as putting them all together in a bag. If you start with 4 marbles and add 3 more, you have 7 marbles in total. This is like adding 4 + 3 = 7.
Analogy 2: Removing Toys
Imagine you have a box of 10 toys and you take out 2 toys to play with. You now have 8 toys left in the box. This is like subtracting 2 from 10, which gives you 10 - 2 = 8.