# Session 6: Word Problems-Addition & Subtraction

<div align="left" dir="ltr" id="bkmrk-session-title-word-p"><table style="width: 114.761905%; height: 425.828125px;"><colgroup><col style="width: 35.714286%;" width="199"></col><col style="width: 64.166667%;" width="434"></col></colgroup><tbody><tr style="height: 45px;"><td style="height: 45px;">**Session Title**

</td><td style="height: 45px;">**Word Problem: Addition &amp; Subtraction**

  
</td></tr><tr style="height: 138.828125px;"><td style="height: 138.828125px;">Objective

</td><td style="height: 138.828125px;">- Understand and solve word problems based on addition and subtraction.
- Identify key information and decide which operation to use.
- Practice solving real-life problems through games and group work.

</td></tr><tr style="height: 77px;"><td style="height: 77px;">Concept

</td><td style="height: 77px;">Word problems help students apply addition and subtraction to real-life situations. Understanding the context, identifying important numbers, and choosing the correct operation are key skills.

</td></tr><tr style="height: 45px;"><td style="height: 45px;">Materials Required

</td><td style="height: 45px;">1. Board &amp; Chalk,
2. Flashcards with word problems
3. Number cards
4. Dice
5. Role-play props (toys, bags, money)
6. Chart paper

</td></tr><tr style="height: 77px;"><td style="height: 77px;">Methodology

</td><td style="height: 77px;">Activity-based Learning: Word problem solving through games and group challenges. Experiential Learning: Situational math practice with discussion and visual tools.

  
</td></tr><tr style="height: 43px;"><td style="height: 43px;">Session Duration

</td><td style="height: 43px;">90 Minutes</td></tr></tbody></table>

</div>### Introduction Activity (20 minutes)

**WORD PROBLEM PUZZLE**

Divide students into pairs. Give each pair a set of mixed-up word problems and number sentences. Their job is to match the correct problem with the right solution.

### Main Activity(60 minutes)

**Objective:** Strengthen problem-solving strategies.

**Group Game: ADD OR SUBTRACT? (30 minutes)**

1\. Read word problems aloud:

- Tom has 6 pencils. He finds 3 more in his bag. How many pencils does he have now?
- Sarah baked 12 cookies. She gave 4 to her friend. How many cookies does she have left?
- There are 9 birds on a tree. 6 more come. How many birds are there now?
- A basket had 15 oranges. 7 were taken out. How many are left?
- Students raise cards marked '+' or '–' to show which operation to use

2\. Solve together using drawings or counters.

**Time to Solve (20 Minutes)**

 Mixed word problems:

- Circle key numbers.
- Decide on the operation.
- Solve using number lines or drawings.

Example Problems:

1. Ravi had 10 chocolates. He ate 3. How many left?
2. There are 12 girls and 7 boys in class. How many students in total?
3. A basket had 15 oranges. 5 were taken. How many remain?

### Review Questions(10 minutes) :

Ask:

- - What clues tell you to add or subtract?
    - Did you find any trick questions?
    - How does acting out help you solve word problems?

### Follow-up Tasks(10 minutes):

**Homework:**

1. Write 2 addition and 2 subtraction word problems from real life.
2. Solve and explain which operation you used and why.
3. Draw one of your word problems with a picture.

### Expected Learning Outcome:

**Knowledge building:**

- Understanding how to decode and solve word problems.
- Recognition of addition vs subtraction in context.

**Skill Building:**

- Reading comprehension
- Logical reasoning
- Group collaboration