Subject: Mathematics

Grade Level: Grade 2

Objective: Describe the commutative property of addition as adding the

numbers in any order will give the same answer.

Learning across the curriculum:

1. English Language Arts - Students can write a short story or paragraph explaining
the commutative property of addition.

2. Science - Students can conduct a simple experiment to demonstrate the

commutative property of addition using objects or materials.

3. Social Studies - Students can research and present how the commutative property
of addition is used in real-life situations, such as in business transactions or
budgeting.

Engage:

1. Show a picture of two different arrangements of objects (e.g., 3 red apples and 2
green apples). Ask the students if the total number of apples will be the same
regardless of the arrangement.

2. Play a game of "Number Order Challenge" where the students have to arrange
numbers in different orders and find the sum. Discuss if the sum is the same for
different arrangements.

3. Sing a catchy song about the commutative property of addition to grab the
students' attention and introduce the concept.

Explore:

Activity 1 - "Number Swap"

Materials: Number cards (0-9), chart paper, markers

Instructions:

1. Divide the class into pairs or small groups.

2. Give each group a set of number cards.

3. Ask the students to choose two number cards and write them on the chart paper.

4. Instruct them to switch the order of the numbers and write the new addition
sentence.

5. Have each group share their findings with the class.

Rubric:

- Correctly writing the original addition sentence: 2 points

- Correctly writing the switched addition sentence: 2 points

- Clear presentation and explanation: 1 point

Assessment Questions:

1. What is the commutative property of addition?

2. Can you give an example of an addition sentence that follows the commutative
property?

Activity 2 - "Number Line Race"

Materials: Large number line (0-20), markers, dice

Instructions:

1. Divide the class into two teams.

2. Set up a large number line on the floor or wall.

3. Each team takes turns rolling the dice and adding the number rolled to their
current position on the number line.

4. Emphasize that the teams can add the numbers in any order.

5. The team that reaches the highest sum on the number line wins.
Rubric:

- Correctly adding the numbers in any order: 3 points

- Following the game rules: 2 points

- Collaboration and teamwork: 2 points

Assessment Questions:

1. How does the game demonstrate the commutative property of addition?

2. Did you find it easier to add the numbers in any order? Why or why not?

Activity 3 - "Missing Number Mystery"

Materials: Number cards (0-9), blank cards, envelope

Instructions:

1. Write an addition sentence on the board with one missing number, e.g., 3 + __ =
7.

2. Place the missing number in an envelope.

3. Display the number cards on a table.

4. Call a student choose a number card and replace the missing number in the
addition sentence.

5. Discuss if the order of the numbers affects the sum.

Rubric:

- Correctly choosing the missing number: 3 points

- Explaining the commutative property of addition: 2 points

- Participation and engagement: 2 points

Assessment Questions:

1. How did you figure out the missing number in the addition sentence?

2. Can you explain how the commutative property of addition applies to this activity?
Explain:

1. Teach the concept using visual aids, such as a number line or manipulatives, to
show how changing the order of numbers in an addition sentence does not change
the sum.

2. Engage students in a discussion by asking questions like "Can you think of any
real-life situations where the commutative property of addition is used?"

Elaborate:

1. Give students a set of addition sentences and ask them to rearrange the numbers
to create different sentences with the same sum.

2. Have students create their own commutative property of addition puzzles for their
classmates to solve.

Evaluate:

1. Ask students to solve a set of addition problems and explain how the commutative
property of addition applies to each problem.

2. Conduct a quick quiz or exit ticket where students have to identify which addition
sentences follow the commutative property of addition and which ones do not.

Assignment:

Create a poster or infographic that explains the commutative property of addition

using examples and illustrations. Include at least three different addition sentences
that follow the commutative property.